Sisal Plait Cord Strips from Japan
Assembled plait strips mimicking cord from sisal leaves, for rope-like crafts. Under HTS 4601.94.05.00 as plaits of other vegetable materials, excluding true cordage. Durable for heavy weaving.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Explicitly state 'plaited, not twisted' to avoid 5607 cordage
• Test tensile strength if questioned on plait integrity