Water-Retted True Hemp Fiber from Germany
High-quality fibers from true hemp immersed in water for microbial retting, yielding clean, uniform strands for fine spinning. Classified as retted true hemp under HTS 5302.10.00.00, prior to spinning. Preferred for sustainable fabric manufacturing.
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
• Test for residual pectin levels to confirm complete retting; declare bale weights accurately for duty calculation; avoid mixing with tow to prevent down-classification