HTS 5607.49.15.00: US import duty from China
Twine, cordage, ropes and cables, whether or not plaited or braided and whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics, Of polyethylene or polypropylene, Other, Other, not braided or plaited, Measuring less than <il>4.8 mm</il> in diameter (201). Here is the full China to US duty stack and what it costs to land.
Duty rate & fees
| Charge | Rate |
|---|---|
| Base duty (MFN) | 7% |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | 25% |
| Total duty (on customs value) | 32% |
| Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) | 0.3464% (min $33.58, max $651.50) |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF), ocean | 0.125% |
Worked example: $10,000 shipment
| Customs value | $10,000.00 |
| Base duty (MFN) | $700.00 |
| Section 301 (Lists 1-4) | $2,500.00 |
| Merchandise Processing Fee | $34.64 |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee | $12.50 |
| Total landed cost | $13,247.14 |
Excludes freight and insurance. Run your exact numbers in the calculator →
FAQ
What is the import duty on HTS 5607.49.15.00 from China?
Goods classified under HTS 5607.49.15.00 (Twine, cordage, ropes and cables, whether or not plaited or braided and whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics, Of polyethylene or polypropylene, Other, Other, not braided or plaited, Measuring less than <il>4.8 mm</il> in diameter (201)) have a duty of 32% of the customs value on the China to US lane (base rate plus any Section 301 tariff), plus the Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464%, min $33.58, max $651.50) and, for ocean shipments, the Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125%).
What does HTS code 5607.49.15.00 cover?
Twine, cordage, ropes and cables, whether or not plaited or braided and whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics, Of polyethylene or polypropylene, Other, Other, not braided or plaited, Measuring less than <il>4.8 mm</il> in diameter (201). US Customs and Border Protection determines the final classification at entry.
How much does it cost to import HTS 5607.49.15.00 from China?
On a $10,000 shipment, the estimated total landed cost is $13,247, about 32.5% in duty and fees. Use the calculator for your exact value, quantity, and shipping mode.
Related codes in heading 5607
- 5607.21.00.00Twine, cordage, ropes and cables, whether or not plaited or braided and whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics, Of sisal or other textile fibers of the genus <u>Agave</u>, Binder or baler twine
- 5607.29.00.00Twine, cordage, ropes and cables, whether or not plaited or braided and whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics, Of sisal or other textile fibers of the genus <u>Agave</u>, Other
- 5607.41.10.00Twine, cordage, ropes and cables, whether or not plaited or braided and whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics, Of polyethylene or polypropylene, Binder or baler twine, Of wide nonfibrillated strip
- 5607.41.30.00Twine, cordage, ropes and cables, whether or not plaited or braided and whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics, Of polyethylene or polypropylene, Binder or baler twine, Other (201)
- 5607.49.10.00Twine, cordage, ropes and cables, whether or not plaited or braided and whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics, Of polyethylene or polypropylene, Other, Of wide nonfibrillated strip
- 5607.49.25.00Twine, cordage, ropes and cables, whether or not plaited or braided and whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics, Of polyethylene or polypropylene, Other, Other, not braided or plaited, Other (201)
- 5607.49.30.00Twine, cordage, ropes and cables, whether or not plaited or braided and whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics, Of polyethylene or polypropylene, Other, Other (669)
- 5607.50.25.00Twine, cordage, ropes and cables, whether or not plaited or braided and whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics, Of other synthetic fibers, Not braided or plaited, 3-ply or 4-ply multicolored twine having a final "S" twist, containing at least 10 percent by weight of cotton, measuring less than 3.5 mm in diameter (201)
Estimates for planning only. Final classification and duty are determined by U.S. Customs and Border Protection at entry. Rates from USITC HTSUS 2026-06-15-cn-us. The IEEPA reciprocal tariff was struck down (SCOTUS, 2026-02-20) and is excluded. Not legal or customs-broker advice.