Kenaf Bast Fiber Raw from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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