Sisal Bale Twine from Japan
Coarse sisal twine designed for baling hay and straw in agriculture, made from natural hard leaf fibers without braiding. It qualifies for HTS 5607.90.3500 as 'other' products of abaca or similar hard fibers, emphasizing its unprocessed, untreated state. Popular for its biodegradability in farming applications.
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
• Conduct fiber identification tests, as sisal can be confused with henequen, affecting subheading
• Declare average diameter and ply count in entry docs to confirm twine vs. rope classification
• Watch for bulk packaging pitfalls; retail-packed may need consumer product labeling