Hemp Canvas Fabric from Japan
Heavy-duty plain weave hemp fabric used for sails, tents, and apparel, weighing over 200g/m². Classified under HTS 5311.00.40 for woven fabrics of other vegetable fibers like hemp, excluding principal fibers like flax. Its durability comes from the natural strength of hemp yarns.
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
• Include origin certificates proving hemp cultivation complies with US agricultural import rules
• Label accurately as 'hemp' not 'linen' to prevent misclassification under flax headings
• Test for THC content if required, as hemp regulations may trigger additional scrutiny