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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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