Pineapple Leaf Fiber (Pina) from Japan
Pina fiber extracted from pineapple leaves (Ananas comosus), manually processed but unspun for luxury fabrics. HTS 5305.00.00.00 classifies as other vegetable textile fiber NES.
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
• Handcrafted processing certificates prove minimal mechanization
• Market as sustainable luxury to justify higher values
• Pair with abaca for PIÑATEX leather alternatives