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PE Thin Binding Cord from China

Polyethylene cordage measuring less than 4.8 mm diameter for binding documents, books, and light cargo. Unplaited construction ensures flexibility. Classified in HTS 5607.49.1500 as other polyethylene not braided.

Duty Rate — China → United States

44.5%

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

Document tensile strength for binding claims to support classification

Avoid importing with metal clips attached to prevent set classification

Declare exact decitex if near monofilament thresholds