Manila Hemp Mooring Rope from Germany
A thick stranded rope made from abaca (Manila hemp) fibers, measuring over 1.88 cm in diameter, designed for securing large vessels to docks. It falls under HTS 5607.90.25.00 due to its stranded construction from hard leaf fibers like abaca and size exceeding 1.88 cm. This natural fiber rope offers high strength and resistance to saltwater degradation.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content is predominantly abaca or other hard leaf fibers via lab testing to confirm classification under 5607.90
• Provide Certificates of Origin from producing countries like Philippines to qualify for preferential tariffs if applicable
• Measure diameter precisely before shipment to avoid misclassification into smaller diameter subheadings