Agave Lechuguilla Baler Cord from Japan
Twine or cord from lechuguilla (Agave lechuguilla) fibers for baling straw and hay in arid farming regions. HTS 5607.21.00.00 classification due to its Agave origin and baler twine function. Provides excellent abrasion resistance.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document regional origin (e.g
• Mexico) as lechuguilla is specific to avoid generic fiber disputes
• Test for diameter under 3 mm to stay in twine vs rope categories
• Avoid common pitfall of mixing with poly twine in shipments, requiring separate HTS declarations