Hemp Cordage Rope from Japan
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 — 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 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