Abaca Paper Twine Yarn

Heavy-duty abaca paper yarn used as twine base for packaging. Classified in HTS 5308.90.10.00 for its paper yarn structure from manila vegetable fibers, separate from bast fiber yarns.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.7%+35.0%37.7%
🇲🇽Mexico2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇨🇦Canada2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇩🇪Germany2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇯🇵Japan2.7%+10.0%12.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5305.00.00.00Lower: 35% vs 37.7%

If true abaca fiber yarn, not paper-based

Pure vegetable bast fiber yarns like abaca go under 5305, excluding paper substitutes.

5607.41.30.00Higher: 39% vs 37.7%

If binder or baler twine specifications

Rope/twine specifically for binders classified separately in Chapter 56.

5308.90Same rate: 37.7%

If predominantly jute paper composition

Jute paper yarn has dedicated subheading vs generic vegetable paper yarn.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Test for moisture content (<10%) to prevent mold claims during ocean transit

Use ISPM-15 certified pallets for wood packaging when shipping in cones

Declare if cores are plastic vs paper; affects waste classification