Nylon Shoelace Ribbon Alternative from China
Flat woven nylon ribbon, 0.8 cm wide, serving as a flexible shoelace substitute for casual footwear. Falls under HTS 5806.32.1070 as other nylon narrow ribbons ≤12cm, woven without weft adhesive. Differentiates from cordage by fabric construction.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Distinguish from 5607 braided cordage via weave proof; woven = Chapter 58
• Length per spool matters less than width; declare as 'fabric ribbon' not 'lace