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True Hemp Mercerized Yarn

Mercerized true hemp yarn with enhanced luster and strength for premium shirting. Still classified under HTS 5308.20.00.00 as the mercerization process doesn't change its true hemp fiber identity per chapter definitions. Lustrous finish mimics silk in high-end weaves.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5308.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If treatment includes synthetic finishes

Chemical treatments creating composites may classify as other vegetable yarns.

5207.10.00.00Same rate: 35%

If similarly processed cotton yarns

Mercerized cotton has Chapter 52 provisions, but hemp stays in 53.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare mercerization as finishing process, not altering HTS; provide lab reports on alkali treatment levels; watch for dyeing post-mercerization shifting to colored yarn subs

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