Unscoured Flax Tow Bales from Germany
Bales of flax tow directly from retting and breaking, retaining natural gums and impurities. HTS 5301.30.00.00 covers this raw waste form before any significant processing. Primarily for animal bedding and low-grade felts.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Moisture content testing critical - over 15% may trigger agricultural restrictions
• Declare as 'waste' explicitly on commercial invoice to avoid line flax duties