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UV-Stabilized Polypropylene Tow for Agri Nets

UV-resistant polypropylene filament tow for crop protection nets and shade cloths. Stabilizers added pre-import do not alter the base polypropylene tow, which remains classifiable under tariff item 5501.40.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited StatesFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

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5608.19.10Same rate: Free

If the tow is made into knotted netting

Knotted netting of man-made textile materials falls under heading 56.08.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Document the UV stabilizers as additives that do not change the tow's essential character

β€’ Verify the tow meets heading 55.01 physical specifications

β€’ Be prepared to explain the agricultural end-use to CBSA

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