Dew-Retted Jute Bundles
Jute fibers retted naturally by dew and microbial action in fields, yielding separated bast strands baled for export. Classified in HTS 5303.10.00.00 for retted jute and other bast fibers, prior to any spinning or chemical treatment.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +37.5% | 37.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If woven into plain weave fabrics
Post-processing into woven jute fabric shifts to Chapter 53 heading 5309 for textile fabrics.
If after degumming or hackling
Additional cleaning or alignment processes classify as 'processed but not spun' under 5303.90.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Document environmental retting conditions to prove no chemical processing occurred
• Inspect for mold from field retting, as it may trigger additional quarantine checks
• Use ISPM-15 compliant wooden pallets for bundling to meet international shipping standards
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Raw Jute Fiber Bundles
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Water-Retted Jute Fiber
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Sunn Hemp Bast Fiber Retted
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Raw Urena Bast Fiber
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Baled Raw Jute Stalk Fibers
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