Jute Garden Twine from Japan
Natural jute fiber twine for tying plants, tomatoes, and garden stakes, biodegradable and rustic appearance. HTS 5607.90.90.00 covers it as other cordage neither of synthetic fibers nor binder/plaited types excluded earlier. Vegetable fiber composition places it in the residual 'other' provision.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify jute origin to claim preferential duties; test for purity to avoid synthetic blends
• Avoid pitfall of bulk vs retail packaging affecting value declarations