Cotton Lanyard Cord from Japan

Durable tubular cotton cord used for ID badge lanyards, keychains, and neck straps, often with adjustable sliders. HTS 5609.00.10.00 covers this as a cotton cordage article not fitting other specific headings.

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%

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Import Tips

• Include invoices showing unfinished state (no clips/ID holder) to avoid Chapter 63 classification

• Certify 100% cotton composition; blends over 15% man-made shift to 5609.00.40

• Watch for 'set' classification if imported with metal hardware, potentially moving to 5609.00.90