Nylon Kite String from China

High-strength nylon string designed for flying recreational kites, featuring low stretch and abrasion resistance. Falls under HTS 5609.00.30.00 as an article of man-made fiber yarn from heading 5404, not classifiable as rope or elsewhere. Wound on lightweight spools for retail sale.

Duty Rate — China → United States

39.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)

Import Tips

Label as 'recreational kite line' to distinguish from industrial cordage; include breaking strength specs

Ensure yarn diameter stays under cordage thresholds to prevent shift to 5607

Nylon Kite String from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5609.00.30.00