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
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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