Polypropylene Mailing Twine

Strong polypropylene twine for bundling mail, parcels, and newspaper stacks in postal operations. Fits HTS 5607.49.3000 as other non-specialized cordage of polypropylene.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.6%+35.0%38.6%
🇲🇽Mexico3.6%+10.0%13.6%
🇨🇦Canada3.6%+10.0%13.6%
🇩🇪Germany3.6%+10.0%13.6%
🇯🇵Japan3.6%+10.0%13.6%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5607.90.90.00Higher: 41.3% vs 38.6%

If of acrylic or modacrylic fibers

Other man-made fibers beyond polyolefins are in 5607.90.90.

4823.90Lower: 10% vs 38.6%

If paper twine imitation for eco-mailing

Paper-based alternatives fall under Chapter 48.

5604Lower: 15% vs 38.6%

If rubber thread covered with polypropylene

Rubber-core items specifically in 5604.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure food-contact compliance if used near packaging to preempt FDA queries

Avoid 'furniture webbing' claims that shift to 5604 coated products

Batch by denier count for accurate statistical reporting

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