U.S. imports of Yarn of True Hemp (Cannabis Sativa L.) (HS 530820) totaled $26K in August 2026, imported from 6 countries.
Yarn of True Hemp (Cannabis Sativa L.) imports of $26K in August 2026 ran 68% below the year-to-date monthly average of $81K.
Last updated: August 2026 dataSpun from the long-line fiber of Cannabis sativa L., true hemp yarn occupies a growing niche in sustainable apparel, technical textiles, and blended-fiber fabrics, but its classification requires careful documentation to distinguish it from controlled-substance cannabis. Romania leads US imports under tariff line 5308200000, reflecting Eastern Europe's long tradition of industrial hemp cultivation and spinning, with China and Hong Kong also among top suppliers. Importers must ensure that shipments are accompanied by documentation confirming the fiber's industrial hemp origin and THC compliance, as CBP may scrutinize Cannabis sativa L. products closely.
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Best practice is to include a certificate of analysis confirming THC content below the legal threshold, a phytosanitary or fiber-processing certificate from the exporting country, a detailed commercial invoice specifying 'yarn of Cannabis sativa L. (industrial hemp)' with the HTS code 5308200000, and evidence of the fiber's legal cultivation status in the country of origin. CBP officers have discretion to detain Cannabis sativa L. products pending verification, so proactive documentation significantly reduces clearance delays.
Hemp yarn is generally coarser and stronger than linen at equivalent counts, with greater UV and mold resistance, making it well-suited for canvas, workwear, and outdoor textiles. Linen (flax) yarn is finer, smoother, and more lustrous, preferred for apparel, bed linens, and table textiles. In blended fabrics, hemp is often combined with cotton or recycled polyester to improve durability, while linen blends target softness and drape. The two fibers also carry different HTS classifications and regulatory profiles.
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5308200000 | Yarn of Other Vegetable Textile Fibers: True Hemp | $26K | 10.00% | 100.00% | $3K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 5308200000 | Yarn of Other Vegetable Textile Fibers: True Hemp | $8K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Subheading 2 of 3 in heading 5308
Subheading 530820 · $26K of $342K
ImportsExports
Imports
$26KYoY · free account
Exports
$8KYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $1.0M of Yarn of True Hemp (Cannabis Sativa L.).
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026 · exports 4 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · August 2026
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Romania and France together supply 100% of it.
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rate provision · imports
duty collected equals 10.00% of imports for consumption.