Nylon Weed Trimmer Line

Durable nylon monofilament for string trimmers, typically 0.08-0.095 inch diameter, resistant to abrasion. Fits HTS 5404.19.80.20 for polyamide monofilament 67+ decitex, cross-section ≤1mm, used in landscaping. Not classified as finer filament or plastic extrusion.

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.

3916.90.50Lower: 40.8% vs 41.9%

If extruded as plastic profile >5mm width equivalent

Thicker or non-textile nylon profiles treated as plastics under Chapter 39, not synthetic textiles.

5402.31Lower: 18% vs 41.9%

If <67 decitex for fine trimming

Thinner polyamide monofil for precision uses falls under 5402 textile monofilaments.

5607.49Lower: 13.6% vs 41.9%

If twisted into multi-strand trimmer cord

Plied nylon cords shift to Chapter 56 as twine or cordage of synthetic filaments.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit cross-sectional measurements and decitex certification; trimmers often misclassified as Chapter 39

Label as textile monofilament, not plastic rod, to comply with Chapter 54 notes excluding Chapter 55 tow

Avoid retail packaging that suggests finished tool parts, which could trigger parts classification under 8479