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Polyester Aquaculture Fish Cage Net

Predator-resistant polyester knotted netting for salmon or tilapia aquaculture cages, made-up for direct installation. This netting protects farmed fish from predators while containing the stock. It falls under tariff item 5608.19.10 as netting employed in commercial fishing, which includes aquaculture operations.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5608.19.90Higher: 14% vs Free

If the netting is for non-commercial aquaculture or ornamental use

Non-commercial applications fall under the residual item for other man-made textile netting.

5608.11.10Same rate: Free

If the netting is not made-up

Unmade netting in the piece is classified under 5608.11.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Document that the netting is for commercial aquaculture, as this is considered commercial fishing for tariff purposes

• Provide details of the aquaculture operation, such as licenses or production records

• Ensure the netting is made-up and ready for installation

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