Matt- Any idea where these came from?

Wow, I had those in my TI as well. Was not that much, but present under the plastic wrap and bubble wrap. I thought I was the only one until I saw this post.

Agree, all the matter removed from the kayak should be burnt, it is a serious breach of quarantine and that's no joke. Something Hobie should take very seriously if they wish to continue exporting their goods.