Product classification
HS code for Polypropylene baler twine: 5607.41
Twine, binder or baler twine, of polyethylene or polypropylene.
Classification of polypropylene baler twine under HS 5607.41
Polypropylene baler twine is classified under HS code 5607.41. This classification is found within Chapter 56, which covers twine, cordage, rope, and cables. Heading 5607 specifically deals with these items whether or not plaited or braided and whether or not impregnated, coated, covered, or sheathed with rubber or plastics. Within this heading, there is a specific provision for twine made of polyethylene or polypropylene. Subheading 5607.41 is further refined to include only \"binder or baler twine.\" This is a functional classification, referring to twine specifically manufactured and packaged for use in agricultural baling machines to secure hay, straw, or silage. The material composition (polypropylene) and the intended agricultural application are the primary factors for this classification. The twine is typically characterized by its high tensile strength and UV stabilization to withstand outdoor conditions. To qualify for 5607.41, the product must meet the technical requirements of twine (linear density, twist) and be put up in a manner consistent with agricultural baling equipment.
- Covers
- Polypropylene binder twine for hay
- Polypropylene baler twine for straw
- Heavy-duty agricultural twine
- UV-stabilized PP twine for baling
- Large square baler twine
- Also under 5607.41
- Tama (baler twine)
- Piippo (twine manufacturer)
- Bridon-Bekaert (ropes and twines)
- John Deere (agricultural equipment, uses twine)
Codes often confused with 5607.41
Common mistake. A common misclassification is HS code 5607.49, which covers \"other\" polyethylene or polypropylene twine. If the twine is intended for general industrial use, packaging, or marine applications rather than agricultural baling, it falls under 5607.49. Another error is using 3926.90 (other articles of plastic), which is incorrect because Chapter 56 provides a more specific heading for textile-like structures such as twine and rope, even when made of synthetic polymers.
Top exporters and importers of HS 560741 (the code used for polypropylene baler twine), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 560741 (the code used for polypropylene baler twine) in UN Comtrade data was Portugal, with 41% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 560741, not only polypropylene baler twine.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Portugal $123M 41% of world exports
- 2 China $34M 11% of world exports
- 3 Hungary $33M 11% of world exports
World total: $303M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $46M 17% of world imports
- 2 France $23M 8.5% of world imports
- 3 Germany $20M 7.3% of world imports
World total: $269M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for polypropylene baler twine
Brazil classifies polypropylene baler twine under NCM 5607.41.00: HS 5607.41 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about polypropylene baler twine
What is the HS code for Polypropylene baler twine?
The HS code for Polypropylene baler twine is 560741 (Twine; binder or baler twine, of polyethylene or polypropylene). The specific HS code for polypropylene binder or baler twine is 5607.41.
How do I classify Polypropylene baler twine for customs?
Polypropylene baler twine is classified under HS code 560741 — Twine; binder or baler twine, of polyethylene or polypropylene. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can general-purpose PP rope be classified here?
No, general-purpose rope or twine that is not specifically for agricultural binder or baler use should be classified under 5607.49 or 5607.50 depending on the material.
Which countries are the top exporters of polypropylene baler twine (HS 560741)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 560741 (the code used for polypropylene baler twine) in UN Comtrade data were Portugal ($123M, 41% of world exports), China ($34M) and Hungary ($33M). World exports came to about $303M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of polypropylene baler twine (HS 560741)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 560741 (the code used for polypropylene baler twine) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($46M, 17% of world imports), France ($23M) and Germany ($20M). World imports came to about $269M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Polypropylene baler twine the same in all countries?
The base HS code 560741 for Polypropylene baler twine is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for polypropylene baler twine in Brazil?
In Brazil, polypropylene baler twine (HS 560741) is classified under NCM 5607.41.00.