Agave Sisal Rope for Marine Use from China
Braided sisal rope from Agave fibers for docking lines and fishing nets support. Under HTS 5607.29.00.00 as ropes of sisal, plaited or braided permitted, valued for buoyancy and UV resistance in saltwater environments. Natural without synthetic sheathing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.1%
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
• Test for moisture content; high levels may require phytosanitary certificates
• Specify braid count in commercial docs for Customs verification