Agave Lechuguilla Baler Cord from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
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
• 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