Worn Cotton Twine Scrap Bundles from Japan
Sorted bundles of scrap from used cotton twine, suitable for paper making or wipers, classified HTS 6310.10.20.10 as other cotton rags. These worn articles are baled in bulk, meeting chapter requirements for used textiles.
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
• Sort by color and cleanliness to maximize value and comply with 'sorted' criteria
• Avoid individual packaging; bulk is key for 6310 classification
• Test tensile strength to confirm 'worn out' status over new twine