Product classification

HS code for Sisal rope: 5607.29

Twine, cordage, ropes, cables, of sisal or other textile fibres of the genus agave (excluding binder or baler twine), whether or not plaited, braided or rubber or plastic impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed.

Classification of sisal rope under HS 5607.29

Sisal rope and other cordage made from agave fibers, excluding binder or baler twine, are classified under HS code 5607.29. This classification is found within Chapter 56, which deals with textile products like twine, cordage, and ropes. Heading 5607 applies to these products regardless of whether they are plaited, braided, or impregnated with rubber or plastics. Subheading 5607.29 serves as the residual category for all sisal and agave cordage that does not meet the specific definition of binder or baler twine. Sisal rope is highly valued in industrial and marine environments due to its strength, stretch resistance, and durability in saltwater. The classification process involves verifying that the primary material is sisal (Agave sisalana) or other fibers of the genus Agave and ensuring the product's linear density exceeds 20,000 decitex, which distinguishes rope and cordage from simpler yarns found in Chapter 53.

Covers
  • General purpose sisal rope
  • Sisal marine cables
  • Decorative sisal cordage
  • Industrial sisal twine (non-agricultural)
  • Plaited or braided sisal rope
  • Sisal rope coated with plastic or rubber
Also under 5607.29
  • King Cotton (rope and twine)
  • SGT KNOTS (marine ropes)
  • Cat Tree King (sisal for cat trees)
  • Manila Rope (similar natural fiber use)

Codes often confused with 5607.29

Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification for sisal rope is HS code 5607.21, which is exclusively for binder or baler twine used in agriculture. While the material is the same, the application and physical form differ. Another common error is using HS code 5304.10, which covers raw or processed sisal fibers that have not been twisted or braided into rope. Furthermore, ropes made from other vegetable fibers like abaca (Manila hemp) are classified under 5607.90, and synthetic ropes (like nylon or polyester) fall under 5607.49 or 5607.50.

5607.21Twine; binder or baler twine, of sisal or other textile fibres of the genus agave5607.90Twine, cordage, ropes, cables; of materials n.e.c. in heading no. 5607, whether or not plaited, braided or impregnated, coated, covered, or sheathed with rubber or plastics5607.49Twine, cordage, ropes, cables; of polyethylene or polypropylene (excluding binder or baler twine), whether or not plaited, braided or rubber or plastic impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed5607.50Twine, cordage, ropes, cables; of synthetic fibres other than polyethylene or polypropylene, whether or not plaited, braided or impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics

Top exporters and importers of HS 560729 (the code used for sisal rope), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 560729 (the code used for sisal rope) in UN Comtrade data was Tanzania, with 35% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 9.5% of world imports. Cambodia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 67% of its imports here ($4.6M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.

Figures cover everything classified under HS 560729, not only sisal rope.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Tanzania $27M
  2. 2 China $19M
  3. 3 Iran* ~$4.1M

World total: $77M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $6.3M
  2. 2 Nigeria $5.9M
  3. 3 Indonesia $4.8M

Cambodia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 67% of its imports here ($4.6M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.

World total: $66M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 sisal rope

Brazil classifies sisal rope under NCM 5607.29.00: HS 5607.29 with 00 added.

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about sisal rope

What is the HS code for Sisal rope?

The HS code for Sisal rope is 560729 (Twine, cordage, ropes, cables; of sisal or other textile fibres of the genus agave (excluding binder or baler twine), whether or not plaited, braided or rubber or plastic impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed). The HS code for sisal rope, excluding agricultural baler twine, is 5607.29.

How do I classify Sisal rope for customs?

Sisal rope is classified under HS code 560729 — Twine, cordage, ropes, cables; of sisal or other textile fibres of the genus agave (excluding binder or baler twine), whether or not plaited, braided or rubber or plastic impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Is sisal rope treated with chemicals classified differently?

No, HS code 5607.29 includes sisal rope even if it has been impregnated, coated, covered, or sheathed with rubber or plastics.

Which countries are the top exporters of sisal rope (HS 560729)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 560729 (the code used for sisal rope) in UN Comtrade data were Tanzania ($27M, 35% of world exports), China ($19M) and Iran (about $4.1M). World exports came to about $77M, 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 sisal rope (HS 560729)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 560729 (the code used for sisal rope) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($6.3M, 9.5% of world imports), Nigeria ($5.9M) and Indonesia ($4.8M). World imports came to about $66M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Cambodia did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 67% of its imports here ($4.6M, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top importers.

Is the HS code for Sisal rope the same in all countries?

The base HS code 560729 for Sisal rope 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 sisal rope in Brazil?

In Brazil, sisal rope (HS 560729) is classified under NCM 5607.29.00.