Henequen Packing Cord from Germany
Twisted cord from henequen hard leaf fibers, used for securing packages and crates in shipping. Falls under HTS 5607.90.3500 as other cordage of hard fibers, not impregnated or braided. Its durability suits industrial packaging needs.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use botanical certificates to differentiate henequen from abaca for accurate heading
• Avoid duty hikes by documenting no rubber/plastic content exceeding trace levels