Polypropylene Packing Twine
Twine made from man-made polypropylene fibers, used for bundling boxes and packages in shipping and logistics. Classified under HTS 5609.00.30.00 as it consists of man-made fiber twine not specified elsewhere in the tariff schedule. It is typically sold in large spools for industrial packaging applications.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4.5% | +35.0% | 39.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4.5% | +10.0% | 14.5% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 4.5% | +10.0% | 14.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4.5% | +10.0% | 14.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4.5% | +10.0% | 14.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If presented as braided or plaited cordage
Braided constructions from man-made fibers shift to heading 5607 for ropes and cordage.
If heavily impregnated with visible plastic coating
Chapter note excludes impregnated articles where coating is visible from heading 5609, moving to plastics chapter 39.
If made into knotted netting panels
Knotted nets from man-made twine fall under heading 5608 for nets and netting.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify fiber content is predominantly man-made (e.g
• polypropylene >85%) to avoid reclassification under natural fiber headings
• Provide mill test certificates confirming yarn type from heading 5404/5405 to support 'articles of yarn' status
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