Raw True Hemp Fiber (Cannabis sativa L.)
Unprocessed fibers extracted from the Cannabis sativa L. plant stalks, raw and unretted, used primarily for textile production. Classified under HTS 5302.10.00.00 as true hemp in its raw state, before any spinning or further processing. Retting may have begun but not completed to separate fibers fully.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If decorticated or degummed
Fibers that undergo mechanical separation or chemical cleaning beyond retting are classified as processed hemp under Chapter 53 heading 5305.
If from other bast fiber plants like kenaf
Only Cannabis sativa L. qualifies as true hemp; similar raw fibers from other plants fall under other bast fibers in 5302.90.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Verify botanical origin as Cannabis sativa L. via certificates of analysis to distinguish from industrial hemp varieties; ensure no THC content declarations if required by customs; declare exact retting stage to avoid misclassification as processed fiber
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Retted Hemp Long Line Fiber
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