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Cotton Craft Twine from Japan

Multi-ply natural cotton twine for arts, gift wrapping, and rustic decorations, 1-3mm thick. HTS 5609.00.10.00 captures this as unspecified cotton twine articles.

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

Use HS explanatory notes examples of 'craft twine' in rulings requests

Provide colorfastness certificates for decorative uses

Package in craft-appropriate retail cones vs. industrial spools

Cotton Craft Twine from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5609.00.10.00