Polyethylene Arborist Climbing Rope from Japan
High-strength polyethylene rope for tree climbing and rigging in arboriculture. Classified in HTS 5607.49.3000 as other polypropylene/ polyethylene ropes, not plaited.
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
• Mandate ANSI Z133 compliance docs for arborist gear clearance
• Differentiate from kernmantle climbing ropes which may go to 5607.90
• Test for abrasion resistance to support 'rope' over 'cord' status