Polypropylene Packing Twine from Japan
Twisted polypropylene twine used for bundling boxes and packages in shipping and warehousing. Classified under HTS 5607.50.3500 as other synthetic fiber (polypropylene) twine, not braided or plaited. It is typically sold in coils of 1-3 mm diameter for general packaging purposes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Declare exact denier or diameter to distinguish from rope under 5607.90 if over 10 mm
• Avoid visible plastic impregnation that could shift to 5607.50.90 if coating is apparent
• Use ISF filing 24 hours prior for ocean shipments to prevent holds