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Round Cotton Drawstrings from Japan

Twisted cotton cords used as lacings in corsets, hoodies, or footwear, similar to traditional shoestrings. HTS 6307.90.50 covers these as 'similar lacings' due to their made-up, functional lacing purpose. They feature paraffin wax coating for smooth gliding.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Document end-use as lacing to differentiate from general cords under 5607

Test for wax/coating content; heavy impregnation might invoke subheading 6304.20 notes

Bulk bales risk reclass to worn articles if not clearly new under Chapter 63 notes