Japan: The Japanese Market for Hemp Fiber

  |   Attaché Report (GAIN)   |   JA2023-0064

The objective of this report is to inform U.S. exporters of hemp fiber about relevant import regulations and market opportunities in Japan, a country with a long tradition of hemp use for textiles, food and industrial purposes. This is the first in a series of reports about Japanese regulations and market for hemp products.

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