Cotton Lanyard Cord from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
12.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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