Degummed Hemp Bast Fibers

Cannabis sativa bast fibers processed to remove gums via enzymatic or chemical means but remaining unspun and in hank form. Used in premium textile and composite applications. Falls under 5302.90.00.00 as processed true hemp excluding spinning.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermanyFree+10.0%10%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5303.90.00Same rate: 35%

If similarly processed non-hemp bast fibers

Degummed jute/kenaf shifts to 5303; only Cannabis sativa remains exclusively in 5302.

5309.21Lower: 10% vs 35%

If woven into plain weave fabric

Post-processing into any fabric weave moves from fiber to Chapter 53 woven fabric headings.

5608Lower: 15% vs 35%

If for knotted fiber felt applications

Felted hemp fiber structures classify as made-up textile articles under Chapter 56.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Submit chemical analysis reports confirming gum removal without fiber spinning or twisting

• Label clearly as 'industrial hemp fiber' with THC compliance documentation

• Avoid over-processing declarations that could imply yarn preparation under Chapter 53 headings

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True Hemp Scoured Fiber Hanks

Scoured hanks of Cannabis sativa fibers washed to remove impurities but not spun, retaining natural crimp for textile processing. Classified in the 'other' true hemp category of HTS 5302.90.00.00.

Industrial Hemp Retting Waste Fibers

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Cleaned Cannabis Sativa Hemp Stricks

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