Kenaf Bast Fiber from Germany
Raw or decorticated bast fibers from the kenaf plant (Hibiscus cannabinus), a jute-like textile bast fiber used in cordage and eco-friendly textiles. Classified in HTS 5303.90.00.00 as 'other' bast fibers excluding flax, true hemp, and ramie, in raw or processed but unspun form.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm botanical origin via certificates as kenaf competes with jute quotas; ensure uniform decortication to meet fiber length standards; declare intended end-use if applying for duty exemptions