Polypropylene Handicraft Cordage from Mexico
Colored polypropylene cord sold in coils for arts, crafts, and DIY projects like macrame or weaving. HTS 5607.49.3000 applies to this other polyethylene/polypropylene cordage, valued for its knotting properties.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include colorfastness tests if dyed, as CBP checks for bleeding in consumer crafts
• Sell in bulk spools to stay under cordage; retail kits may become 'sets' in 5607.90
• Confirm no metallic cores, which could reclassify to Chapter 83 articles