Mauritius Hemp Fiber from Japan
Furcraea foetida fiber, known as Mauritius or bowstring hemp, raw processed form for cordage. Covered by HTS 5305.00.00.00 as other vegetable textile fibers NES, unspun.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide common names cross-reference (bowstring hemp) in entry docs
• Ensure no chemical treatments pushing into yarn categories
• Volume contracts help stabilize supply for niche cordage markets