Manila Paper Cordage from Japan
Twisted manila paper cord for gift wrapping, crafts, and eco-packaging, lightweight and recyclable. Borderline textile but classified HTS 5607.90.90.00 as other cordage if fiber-like. Distinguished from true paper yarn.
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
• Confirm textile vs paper via fiber analysis; recycling claims docs
• Pitfall: pure paper shifts to 4823