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Cotton Paracord Alternative

7-strand braided cotton cord mimicking nylon paracord for survival bracelets and bushcraft. Classified HTS 5609.00.10.00 as cotton multi-strand cordage NES.

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.

5609.00Same rate: 37.9%

If of man-made fibers instead of cotton

Same construction but synthetic materials use other fiber subheading.

9504.90.90Lower: 17.5% vs 37.9%

If woven into survival bracelet form

Finished articles of play/decorative character go to Chapter 95.

5607.49.25.00Higher: 40.3% vs 37.9%

If jute-blend construction marketed as utility rope

Other vegetable fiber ropes have separate 5607 provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Test breaking strength documentation differentiates from toy string

Market as 'natural fiber paracord' without military claims

Ensure strand count specified in technical specs