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Nylon Monofilament Weed Trimmer Line 1.0mm from China

Twisted nylon monofilament cord for use in string trimmers, 1.0mm diameter (100 decitex), designed for cutting grass and weeds. Classified under HTS 5404.19.80 as 'other' synthetic monofilament exceeding 67 decitex with cross-section ≤1mm. Its textile synthetic material composition fits the man-made fiber monofilament definition.

Duty Rate — China → United States

44.4%

Rate breakdown

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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Include tensile strength and twist certifications to prove monofilament status vs. braided cord

Declare as individual spools, not machinery parts, to stay in Chapter 54; avoid bulk packaging pitfalls

Test for cross-sectional dimension compliance to prevent shift to plastic profiles under 3916