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5501.40.00.00/Continuous Polypropylene Filament Tow for Ropes/Mexico

Continuous Polypropylene Filament Tow for Ropes from Mexico

High-tenacity polypropylene tow designed for twisting into ropes and twines for industrial and marine applications. HTS 5501.40.00.00 applies as it's imported as aligned, uncut filament tow of polypropylene. Provides strength and UV resistance in cordage production.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

17.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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Import Tips

• Certify denier per filament and total tow decitex for customs valuation; avoid bulk packaging that mimics yarn reels

• Pitfall: high-tenacity versions sometimes misclassified under 5402 for tire cord

Continuous Polypropylene Filament Tow for Ropes from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5501.40.00.00