Unbleached Kenaf Bast Fabric from Japan
Plain weave fabric from unbleached kenaf fibers, a bast fiber similar to jute, used for eco-friendly bags and paper alternatives. Falls under HTS 5310.10.00 as unbleached woven fabric of other textile bast fibers (kenaf from 5303.90). Excludes selvage per Chapter notes, plain weave without napping.
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
• Certify kenaf as 'other bast fiber' with botanical tests to distinguish from jute
• Declare exact weave type; combinations must be exclusively plain per note (a)
• Watch for weight limits; over 200 g/m² may trigger sheeting exclusions if square construction