Raffia Packaging Twine from Mexico
Natural raffia palm fiber twine used for tying produce boxes and gift wrapping. Classified in HTS 5609.00.20.00 for vegetable fiber twine, except cotton, NESOI.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Test for raffia purity as palm leaf fibers; blends over 15% synthetic may shift headings
• Provide photos of twist construction to customs for twine vs. yarn verification