Cotton Kite String from Japan

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.

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

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Import Tips

• 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