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Cabled Polypropylene Textured Yarn for Ropes from Japan

Heavy-duty cabled textured yarn of polypropylene filaments, over 600 decitex, supplied in bulk cones for rope and cordage manufacturing. Classified under HTS 5402.34.60.00 due to its multiple (cabled) construction, textured processing, and exclusion from retail sale provisions. Ideal for industrial twisting into stronger composites.

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

• Include twisting/cabling certifications from manufacturer to confirm compliance with statistical note requirements

• Declare exact decitex and filament count accurately to prevent shifts to lighter yarn categories

• Avoid common error of retail labeling—ship in industrial cones or beams only