New Zealand Flax Fiber (Phormium) from Japan
Phormium tenax fiber, raw processed for traditional Maori weaving. HTS 5305.00.00.00 as other vegetable textile fiber 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
• Cultural heritage documentation enhances authenticity
• Hand-stripped vs machine-processed declarations
• Limited supply justifies premium pricing