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Abaca Macrame Yarn from Japan

Manila hemp (abaca) yarn from Musa textilis, medium twist for macrame and decorative cordage. Classified in HTS 5308.90.90.00 as other vegetable textile fiber yarn, with abaca being a non-bast leaf/stem fiber.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Certify abaca origin from Philippines/Ecuador to qualify for any trade preferences; measure yarn number precisely for statistical reporting; pitfall - oversize hanks may be deemed twine under Chapter 56