5303.90.00.00/Mesta Tow/Germany

Mesta Tow from Germany

Short fiber tow from mesta (Hibiscus sabdariffa/cannabinus), a jute substitute, processed for paper and coarse yarn. HTS 5303.90.00.00 includes tow of these bast fibers.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

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Import Tips

• Distinguish from kenaf in docs; moisture <12% required; ventilated shipping