Kenaf Bast Fiber Raw from Japan
Raw bast fibers extracted from the kenaf plant (Hibiscus cannabinus), a jute-like textile bast fiber in its unprocessed form. HTS 5303.10.00.00 covers kenaf as 'other textile bast fibers' raw or retted, excluding flax, hemp, and ramie.
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
• Include botanical identification documents to distinguish kenaf from prohibited or regulated fibers
• Monitor bale weights and moisture content to comply with storage and transport regulations
• Label shipments clearly as 'raw bast fiber' to prevent confusion with processed kenaf products