PP Sisal-Mimic Baler Twine from Japan
Polypropylene twine textured to imitate natural sisal for hay and forage baling. Offers similar handling but superior weather resistance and breaking strength over 100 kg. HTS 5607.41.3000 covers this as other synthetic binder twine.
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
• Include fiber cross-section analysis to distinguish from monofilament plastics in Chapter 39
• Document agricultural end-use to prevent misclassification as general cordage
• Avoid pitfalls by specifying twist construction; untwisted may go to 5404 yarn