Cotton Macramé Cord from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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