Polypropylene Baler Twine Monofilament

Heavy-duty polypropylene monofilament used as baler twine for agricultural hay and straw baling. Classified under HTS 5404.12.90.00 for polypropylene monofilaments of 67 decitex or more with cross-section not exceeding 1 mm, excluding finer varieties. It meets the 'other' category for non-specialized uses.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.9%+35.0%41.9%
🇲🇽Mexico6.9%+10.0%16.9%
🇨🇦Canada6.9%+10.0%16.9%
🇩🇪Germany6.9%+10.0%16.9%
🇯🇵Japan6.9%+10.0%16.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

5607.41.30Lower: 39% vs 41.9%

If when twisted into binder or baler twine

Twisted or plaited synthetic cordage moves to heading 5607 for ropes and twines.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 41.9%

If woven into narrow polypropylene webbing

Woven fabrics of synthetic filament strip fall under heading 5407.

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 41.9%

If for non-textile industrial plastic strapping

Pure plastic profiles without textile properties are in Chapter 39.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include bale strength test data and decitex certification to support classification away from synthetic yarns

Label clearly as monofilament for agricultural use to comply with textile import regulations

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