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Polyester Paracord 550

550 lb test polyester kernmantle cord used for camping, survival gear, and keychains. Though internally braided, outer sheath qualifies as unbraided synthetic cordage under HTS 5607.50.3500 'other'. 4 mm diameter standard.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China10.8%+37.5%48.3%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico10.8%+10.0%20.8%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada10.8%+10.0%20.8%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany10.8%β€”10.8%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

5607.50Same rate: 48.3%

If customs deems construction braided or plaited

Hierarchy explicitly separates braided synthetic cordage into 5607.50.20.

4202.92Lower: 30.1% vs 48.3%

If fitted with end fittings as travel bags or packs

Cordage becomes luggage parts when assembled with hardware in Chapter 42.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Provide cross-section analysis to prove not fully braided construction

β€’ Declare breaking strength accurately to match survival gear marketing

β€’ Watch for Section 301 tariffs on Chinese paracord

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