Hemp Decorticated Line Fibers from Japan
Line fibers mechanically separated from hemp hurds via decortication, cleaned but unspun, suitable for rope and twine production. HTS 5302.90.00.00 specifically includes such processed-but-not-spun true hemp.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide decorticator machine specs and output fiber specs in entry documentation
• Separate hurd shipments explicitly to prevent commingling with waste categories
• Test for residual hurd content (<5%) to maintain line fiber classification