Craft Polypropylene String from Japan
Fine twisted polypropylene string from 5405 strips for arts, macrame, and wrapping. Classified HTS 5609.00.40.00 as other yarn articles for creative uses. Lightweight and colorful variants.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide end-use statements for retail craft to support low-duty 'other' status
• Ensure colorants meet CPSIA if targeting US toy/craft markets
• Import in consumer spools under 5kg to qualify for informal entry