Polypropylene Baler Twine from Germany
Heavy-duty polypropylene twine designed for baling hay, straw, and other agricultural products. It is twisted but not braided or plaited, made from polyethylene or polypropylene fibers, and falls under HTS 5607.49.2500 as other unbraided cordage not elsewhere specified.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content is predominantly polyethylene or polypropylene via lab testing to avoid reclassification
• Include supplier certificates confirming not braided/plaited construction for CBP review
• Watch for undervaluation pitfalls; baler twine often scrutinized for agricultural subsidies