Cotton Kite String
Lightweight braided cotton cord designed for flying kites and recreational string activities, featuring low stretch and high tensile strength. Classified under HTS 5609.00.10.00 as a cotton cordage article NES, separate from industrial ropes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If used for fishing nets or heavy-duty applications
Fishing-specific cotton ropes go to 5607 binder/fishing subheadings.
If imported as complete kite with string attached
Kites as toys with integral string classified under Chapter 95, not separate cordage.
If simple plied cotton yarn without article formation
Unconverted plied yarns remain in Chapter 52 as base cotton yarns.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide end-use documentation (e.g
• kite manufacturer specs) to distinguish from general cordage
• Ensure packaging labels specify 'toy/recreational use' to prevent confusion with 5607 ropes
• Test for diameter under 4.8mm to maintain 5609 classification vs. thicker twines
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