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Cotton Paracord Alternative from Germany

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.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

Import Tips

Test breaking strength documentation differentiates from toy string

Market as 'natural fiber paracord' without military claims

Ensure strand count specified in technical specs