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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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
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
Related Products under HTS 5607.49.15.00
Polyethylene Packaging Twine
Narrow polyethylene twine under 4.8 mm diameter used for bundling boxes, parcels, and general packaging in warehouses. Unplaited and unbraided for easy tying and high break strength. Fits HTS 5607.49.1500 as other polyethylene twine not braided or plaited.
Polypropylene Craft Twine
Fine polypropylene twine under 4.8 mm for arts, crafts, macrame, and DIY projects, sold in assorted colors. Not braided, providing smooth texture for knotting. HTS 5607.49.1500 covers this other small-diameter PP twine.
PE Thin Binding Cord
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.
Polypropylene Kite String
Lightweight polypropylene string under 4.8 mm for flying kites and recreational flying toys. Not plaited, with high wind resistance. HTS 5607.49.1500 for other small-diameter PP twine.
Polyethylene Floral Wire Tie
Thin PE twine under 4.8 mm coated lightly for florist use in bouquets and arrangements. Not braided, flexible for stems. HTS 5607.49.1500 other polyethylene.
PP Model Making Twine
Fine polypropylene cord <4.8 mm for scale models, RC planes, and hobby rigging. Unplaited for precise work. Fits HTS 5607.49.1500 small diameter PP.