Harmonized System
U.S. imports of Sisal & Agave Fiber Twine, Cordage, Rope & Cable (Other) (HS 560729) totaled $541K in September 2026, imported from 23 countries.
Importers of Sisal & Agave Fiber Twine, Cordage, Rope & Cable (Other) paid $112K in duties in September 2026, an average duty rate of 20.65% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Sisal & Agave Fiber Twine, Cordage, Rope & Cable (Other) imports of $541K in September 2026 ran 31% above the year-to-date monthly average of $413K.
Last updated: September 2026 dataTwine, rope, and cordage made from sisal or other Agave-genus fibers occupies a specialized niche in agricultural, horticultural, and industrial packaging markets, where natural fiber's biodegradability and tensile strength are valued over synthetic alternatives. China is the leading supplier to the US, followed by Mexico — whose Agave cultivation heritage gives it a natural raw-material advantage — and Brazil, Thailand, and India. The heading covers products whether or not plaited, braided, or coated with rubber or plastics, so surface treatment alone does not shift classification. Importers should confirm fiber content and construction method, as sisal-blend products with a dominant synthetic component may be reclassified under a different cordage heading.
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142 import shipments a month
No. Heading 560729 explicitly covers sisal and Agave-fiber cordage 'whether or not coated, covered, or sheathed with rubber or plastics.' A rubber or plastic coating does not shift the product to a plastics or rubber heading, provided the essential character remains the natural fiber construction. However, if the plastic or rubber component predominates by weight or function, reclassification to a different heading may be warranted, and importers should consider a binding ruling for borderline products.
Agricultural baling twine for hay and straw is the largest end-use segment, creating a pronounced seasonal demand peak ahead of the Northern Hemisphere harvest season (typically June–September). Horticultural and garden-center applications add a secondary spring peak. Importers supplying agricultural cooperatives or farm-supply distributors typically place orders several months in advance to ensure inventory availability before harvest, making lead-time management a key competitive factor.
Subheading 5 of 6 in heading 5607
Subheading 560729 · $541K of $20.5M
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Low · free accountOver the twelve months to September 2026, the U.S. imported $4.7M of Sisal & Agave Fiber Twine, Cordage, Rope & Cable (Other).
Through September 2026 · exports 11 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5607290000 | Twine, Cord, Rope & Cable, of Sisal Fibers, NESOI | $375K | 23.31% | 87.76% | $87K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 5607290000 | Twine, Cord, Rope & Cable, of Sisal Fibers, NESOI | $146K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Imports · September 2026
origin
Denmark and China together supply 51% of it. China pays 41.1% duty; Mexico 0.0%.
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rate provision · imports
13.5% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 20.65% of imports for consumption.