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PVC Rigid Monofilament Fishing Line

A thick monofilament line made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) polymers, with cross-sectional dimension exceeding 1 mm, used for heavy-duty fishing applications. It falls under HTS 3916.20.00.91 as a monofilament of PVC polymers, surface-worked but not further processed into threads or yarns.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.8%+35.0%40.8%
🇲🇽Mexico5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇨🇦Canada5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇩🇪Germany5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇯🇵Japan5.8%+10.0%15.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

3917.39.00Lower: 38.1% vs 40.8%

If flexible and suitable for conveyance of fluids

Flexible PVC profiles resembling tubes/pipes fall under heading 3917, not rigid monofilaments/rods.

3920.43.50.00Lower: 39.2% vs 40.8%

If containing plasticizers >20% by weight

PVC profiles with significant plasticizers are classified under 3920.43 per subheading note, not pure polymers.

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 40.8%

If further worked or shaped for specific end use

Surface-worked beyond basic but made into finished articles like handles shifts to 3926 'other articles'.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify PVC polymer content exceeds 95% by weight per subheading notes to avoid reclassification as copolymers

Provide mill test reports confirming cross-section >1 mm and minimal processing to qualify under this heading