5302.10.00.00 - True hemp, raw or retted 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | kg |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 4.4¢/kg |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 5302.10.00.00, specifically encompasses true hemp (derived from the *Cannabis sativa L.* plant) in its raw or retted states. Retted hemp refers to fibers that have undergone a process of decomposition, typically through exposure to water or dew, to separate the fibrous material from the woody core. This classification covers the raw fiber before it has been further processed into yarn or spun.
The primary distinction of this category lies in the state of the hemp fiber. It is differentiated from its sibling category, 5302.90.00.00 ("Other"), which covers all other forms of true hemp not specifically classified under 5302.10.00.00. This includes, for example, hemp that has been hackled, carded, or otherwise processed beyond retting but before spinning, as well as tow and waste of true hemp.
As this is a leaf node in the HTS classification, there are no further subcategories. The classification is definitive at this level, focusing solely on raw or retted true hemp. Therefore, practical classification will hinge on identifying the material as true hemp and confirming it has not undergone spinning or significant mechanical processing beyond retting.