Polyester Artificial Straw for Weaving from China
Flat strip polyester monofilament mimicking straw, apparent width <5 mm, 67+ decitex for basketry. HTS 5404.19.80.40 includes such synthetic strips like artificial straw of polyesters. Used in crafts and hat-making.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Measure apparent width precisely; over 5 mm moves to other strip provisions
• Provide weave samples or photos to confirm monofil vs. tape status
• Declare colorfastness for dyed straw to support valuation