Sorted Polyester Scrap Twine

Sorted bundles of worn-out polyester twine from agricultural and packaging uses, graded for reuse in paper manufacturing or stuffing. Falls under HTS 6310.10.20.30 as sorted scrap twine of textile materials, separate from new cordage in Chapter 56.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6310.10.10Same rate: 17.5%

If composed of cotton or cotton mixtures

Cotton-based sorted scrap twine specifically heads to 6310.10.10, differentiating by fiber per HTS structure.

5608.19Lower: 15% vs 17.5%

If new or unworn plaiting materials

New synthetic twine or cordage remains in Chapter 56, as 6310 covers only used or worn-out articles.

3915.90Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If heavily contaminated with non-textile plastics

Predominantly plastic waste shifts out of Chapter 63 to plastics headings, based on chief material value.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document fiber composition via lab tests to confirm polyester content; ensure sorting by length and condition; watch for misclassification as new twine under 5608

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