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HSChapter 56
U.S. imports of polyethylene & polypropylene twine, cordage, rope & cable (other) (HS 560749) totaled $8.1M in April 2026, traded with 42 countries.
Importers of Polyethylene & Polypropylene Twine, Cordage, Rope & Cable (Other) paid $1.4M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 19% on $7.2M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataSynthetic cordage, rope, and cable of polyethylene or polypropylene—excluding binder/baler twine—covers a broad range of industrial, marine, and construction applications and is one of the most commercially active segments of Chapter 56. The US schedule breaks this heading into five tariff lines distinguishing nonfibrillated-strip constructions, diameter thresholds (notably the less-than-4.8 mm line at 5607491500), braided versus unbraided forms, and general cordage. China is the leading supplier, with the United Kingdom, India, and Vietnam also significant sources. Goods of Chinese origin in this heading may be subject to Section 301 tariffs, making supplier diversification and origin verification a priority for importers.
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The US schedule includes a dedicated line (5607491500) for polyethylene twine that is not braided or plaited and measures less than 4.8 mm in diameter. Products at or above that threshold, or with braided/plaited construction, fall into other lines such as 5607492500 or 5607493000. Measuring and documenting finished-product diameter is therefore a practical compliance step before entry.
Polyethylene and polypropylene cordage of Chinese origin may be subject to Section 301 tariffs. Importers should confirm the applicable Section 301 list status for the specific 10-digit HTS line and check for any antidumping or countervailing duty orders covering synthetic rope or cordage from China before filing entry.
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Monthly import values over time
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $696K | $1.1M | +$421K |
| CHINA | $1.3M | $266K | -$1.1M |
| UNITED KINGDOM | $1.4M | $125K | -$1.2M |
| COSTA RICA | -- | $1.2M | +$1.2M |
| MEXICO | $143K | $869K | +$725K |
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5607493000 | CORDAGE ETC OF POYLETHYLENE/POLYPROPLENE NESOI | $4.8M | 18.13% | $863K |
| 5607492500 | TWINE POLYETHYLENE NESOI NT BRAID/PLAITED, NESOI | $1.7M | 21.84% | $294K |
| 5607491000 | TWINE ETC POLYETHYLENE NESOI WIDE NONFIBRILLATED | $830K | 16.20% | $122K |
| 5607491500 | TWINE POLYETHYLENE NESOI NT BRD LT 4.8MM DIA NESOI | $708K | 26.91% | $96K |
CORDAGE ETC OF POYLETHYLENE/POLYPROPLENE NESOI
TWINE POLYETHYLENE NESOI NT BRAID/PLAITED, NESOI
TWINE ETC POLYETHYLENE NESOI WIDE NONFIBRILLATED
TWINE POLYETHYLENE NESOI NT BRD LT 4.8MM DIA NESOI
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 5607490000 | TWINE WHET/NT PLAIT/IMPREG W/RUB POLYETHYLEN NESOI | $4.5M |
TWINE WHET/NT PLAIT/IMPREG W/RUB POLYETHYLEN NESOI
433.6K kg
NONWOVENS, OF MMF WEIGHING > 25 G/M2 BUT < 70 G/M2
HS 560312
NONWOVENS NOT OF MMF > 25 G/M2 & < 70 G/M2
HS 560392
NONWOVENS, OF MMF WEIGHING > 150 G/M2
HS 560314
NONWOVENS,NOT MANMADE FILAMENT,WEIGHING > 150G/M2
HS 560394
NONWOVENS, OF MMF WEIGHING > 70 G/M2 BUT <150 G/M2
HS 560313
NONWOVENS OF MANMADE FILAMENTS WEIGHING < 25 G/M2
HS 560311
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $332K | $1.4M | +$1.1M |
| California | $924K | $669K | -$255K |
| Washington | $877K | $621K | -$256K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEW ORLEANS, LA | $1.3M | $1.5M | +$162K |
| LOS ANGELES, CA | $744K | -- | -$744K |
| HOUSTON, TX | $641K | $59K | -$581K |