Hemp Cordage Rope from China
A strong, natural hemp rope used for maritime mooring, farming, and heavy-duty bundling. Classified under HTS 5607.90.1500 due to its origin from hemp bast fibers of heading 5303, presented as unbraided cordage. It is untreated without rubber or plastic sheathing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Declare exact bast fiber type (e.g
• hemp) and ensure origin certificates match heading 5303 requirements
• Avoid plastic-wrapped bales; bulk packaging prevents misclassification as coated goods