Manila Fiber Towing Cable from China
Stranded Manila hemp cable exceeding 1.88 cm diameter, engineered for heavy towing of barges and logs in logging operations. HTS 5607.90.25.00 applies to this abaca-based stranded rope due to its hard fiber composition and size. Known for low stretch and high abrasion resistance in rugged environments.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Label shipments clearly as 'stranded abaca rope' with diameter certification to prevent customs disputes
• Comply with USDA phytosanitary requirements for natural fiber imports to avoid quarantines
• Avoid common error of classifying as 'cable' under Chapter 73 if metallic elements present