Flax Linen Twine from Japan
Fine twisted flax (linen) twine for bookbinding and upholstery. Covered by HTS 5609.00.20.00 as vegetable fiber twine excluding cotton.
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
• Distinguish from linen yarn by twist count; single ply stays in 5400s
• Include end-use statements for bookbinding to support valuation