Cotton Garment Tie Cord from China
Soft, braided cotton cord for tying robes, dresses, or as belt loops, finished with stoppers. HTS 6307.90.40.10 covers it as a cotton cord, separate from clothing in Chapters 61-62.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include end-use declaration but emphasize standalone sale to avoid apparel part duties
• Test for shrinkage and strength; certificates prevent quality-based holds at entry