Sisal Industrial Cordage
>- This cordage is made from sisal fibres (Agave sisalana) and is used for industrial applications in factories. It is a cordage of vegetable textile fibres, not plaited or braided, and is not coated or covered with any material visible to the naked eye. It is classified under 5607.29.90 as "Other" because it is not for fishing, baling, or of a circumference not exceeding 25.4 mm.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 10% | — | 10% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 10% | — | 10% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 10% | — | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 10% | — | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 10% | — | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the cordage's circumference is 25.4 mm or less
Sibling item covers other twine of smaller circumference.
If used in commercial fishing or baling farm produce
Sibling item covers twine for commercial fishing or baling.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• >- Declare the cordage's industrial use and fibre content (Agave sisalana) for accurate classification
• Verify the cordage's circumference exceeds 25.4 mm
• Ensure the cordage is not coated or covered with any visible substance, which could shift classification to Chapter 59
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Cantala Binding Cable
>- This binding cable is made from cantala fibres, derived from Agave cantala, and is used for binding materials in various applications. It is a cable of vegetable textile fibres, not plaited or braided, and is not coated or covered with any material visible to the naked eye. It is classified under 5607.29.90 as "Other" because it is not for fishing, baling, or of a circumference not exceeding 25.4 mm.
Henequen Craft Twine
>- This craft twine is made from henequen fibres (Agave fourcroydes) and is used for various craft applications. It is a twine of vegetable textile fibres, not plaited or braided, and is not coated or covered with any material visible to the naked eye. It falls under 5607.29.90 as "Other" because it is not for fishing, baling, or of a circumference not exceeding 25.4 mm.
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