Scrap Nylon Rope Ends from China

Cut-off ends and worn sections of nylon ropes from maritime or industrial applications, exhibiting wear from abrasion. HTS 6310.90.20.00 applies to worn-out articles of rope/cables of textile materials.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)

Import Tips

Include photos/certificates showing wear (frays, UV damage) to differentiate from new cuttings

Bulk pack without cleaning; washed ropes risk reclass to 5608 knotted waste

Check for marine contaminants; EPA declarations needed for recycled synthetics