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Cotton Macramé Cord

A twisted cord made from multiple strands of cotton yarn, used for macramé crafts, wall hangings, and decorative knotting projects. It falls under HTS 5609.00.10.00 as an article of cotton yarn or twine not specified elsewhere, distinct from simple twine or rope due to its craft-specific construction.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.9%+35.0%37.9%
🇲🇽Mexico2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇨🇦Canada2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇩🇪Germany2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇯🇵Japan2.9%+10.0%12.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5607.50Lower: 13.6% vs 37.9%

If diameter exceeds 4.8 mm and used as binder twine

Thicker cotton constructions meeting binder twine specs fall under heading 5607 for specific twines.

5402Lower: 17.5% vs 37.9%

If remains as untwisted strip of heading 5404/5405

Unprocessed yarn strip without further assembly stays in Chapter 54, not converted to articles.

6307.90.98Lower: 24.5% vs 37.9%

If imported as finished macramé wall hanging

Assembled into made-up textile article shifts to Chapter 63 for other made-up textiles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify cotton content exceeds 85% by weight with lab tests or supplier certifications to avoid reclassification under man-made fiber headings

Declare exact construction (e.g

twisted vs. braided) in entry docs as it impacts NES status

Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as 'rope' which could shift to 5607 if over 4.8mm diameter