HS Code for Twine

HS code 5609.00 covers articles of yarn, strip, or the like of heading 54.04 or 54.05, and articles of twine, cordage, rope, or cables, not elsewhere specified or included. This classification is found in Chapter 56, which deals with wadding, felt, nonwovens, special yarns, twine, cordage, rope, and cables. Unlike heading 5607, which covers the raw twine or rope itself in bulk or on reels, 5609.00 is intended for finished products made from these materials that have been further worked or assembled into a specific article. This follows GRI 1 and the specific chapter notes that distinguish between the material and the finished article. To be classified here, the item must not be more specifically described in another heading of the nomenclature. It is a "basket" category for miscellaneous textile cordage products that have a specific utility but lack a dedicated HS code.

Products Included

• Twine or rope cut to length with looped ends
• Decorative cordage items not for apparel
• Industrial twine assemblies for specific machinery
• Knotted twine articles not used for fishing or agriculture
• Leashes or tethers made of rope (not for pets)
• Textile slings for lifting loads made of twine or cordage

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification is with HS code 5607, which covers twine, cordage, and rope in its raw, continuous form. If the product is simply a roll of twine, it belongs in 5607. Another frequent error involves HS code 5608, which is specifically for knotted netting of twine or rope. If the article is a net, 5608 takes precedence. Furthermore, if the twine article is a finished consumer good like a pet leash, it should be classified under 4201.00, and if it is a toy for animals, it may fall under Chapter 95.

FAQ

What is the HS code for articles made of twine?

Finished articles made of twine that are not specified elsewhere are classified under HS code 5609.00.

Is a roll of garden twine classified here?

No, a standard roll of twine used for gardening is classified under HS code 5607, as it is considered the raw material rather than a finished "article" of twine.