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Artificial Raffia Monofilament Strip from Mexico

Flat artificial textile raffia strips ≤5 mm wide, 67+ decitex, for crafting and packaging. Directly matches HTS 5405.00.30.00 description for artificial strips like straw.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

16.9%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Use calipers for width verification (≤5 mm); slight exceedance moves to other headings

• Certify artificial vs. natural raffia origin to avoid Chapter 14 vegetable plaiting materials

• Package as continuous strip, not chopped fibers (which become 5504 artificial staple)