Sorted Polyester Scrap Twine from China
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.
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
• Document fiber composition via lab tests to confirm polyester content; ensure sorting by length and condition; watch for misclassification as new twine under 5608