Coir Fiber from Coconut Husks from Germany
Coarse fiber extracted from coconut (Cocos nucifera) husks, raw or water-retted but unspun, used for mats, brushes, and erosion control. HTS 5305.00.00.00 covers coconut fibers as vegetable textile fibers NES, not processed for spinning.
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%
Import Tips
• Specify extraction method (wet vs dry) in invoices as it affects perceived processing level
• Include fumigation certificates for organic agricultural products to clear USDA inspections
• Watch for contamination with husks that could trigger agricultural waste classifications