5311.00.40.20 - Other (810) 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | m², kg |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 40% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS classification, 5311.00.40.20, encompasses woven fabrics manufactured from vegetable textile fibers, excluding those specifically enumerated under other subheadings. The defining characteristic of this category is the use of vegetable fibers such as ramie, jute, flax (linen), or abaca, among others, that do not fall under more specific classifications within Chapter 53. These fabrics are typically characterized by their natural origin, often exhibiting variations in texture, color, and strength depending on the specific fiber used and the weaving technique.
Crucially, this category serves as a residual classification for woven vegetable textile fiber fabrics. It distinguishes itself from its sibling category, 5311.00.40.10, which specifically covers woven fabrics of true hemp fibers. Therefore, any woven fabric made from vegetable fibers other than true hemp would be classified here. The "Other (810)" designation indicates that this is the final subdivision within this particular branch of the HTS, and no further breakdown is provided.
Given that this is a leaf node, the classification relies on the explicit exclusion of true hemp fibers from the woven fabrics of vegetable textile fibers. Importers and exporters should meticulously examine the composition of their woven vegetable textile fiber fabrics to ensure they are not primarily composed of true hemp before assigning this classification. The specific type of vegetable fiber, its processing, and the resultant fabric's construction are key determinants for correct classification.