Sisal Manila Hybrid Deck Rope from Japan
Blended sisal and Manila stranded rope, diameter over 1.88 cm, for deck lashing on fishing vessels. HTS 5607.90.25.00 covers this hard leaf fiber stranded product. Balances cost and performance for commercial fishing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document fiber blend ratios to prove hard fiber predominance
• Quarantine checks essential for sisal imports from Mexico/Cuba origins
• Mislabeling diameter leads to 15-20% duty variance; measure coils accurately