Polypropylene Baler Twine
Thin polypropylene twine designed for baling hay, straw, and agricultural crops, measuring under 4.8 mm in diameter. It is not braided or plaited, providing high tensile strength for securing bales during harvesting. Classified under HTS 5607.49.1500 due to its polyethylene or polypropylene composition and small diameter.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If measuring 4.8 mm or more in diameter
Larger diameter polypropylene twine shifts to the next size-based subheading within the same other, non-braided category.
If made from other synthetic fibers like nylon
Material change from polyethylene/polypropylene to other synthetics moves it out of the specific heading 5607.49.
If monofilament strip exceeding 1 mm but under 4.8 mm used as yarn
If classified as synthetic monofilament rather than twine, it falls under Chapter 54 for man-made filaments.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify diameter measurement under 4.8 mm with calipers and include test reports in documentation to avoid reclassification
• Ensure country-of-origin labeling complies with agricultural import rules; common pitfall is misstating polypropylene content
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates if twine contacts crops to prevent quarantine issues
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