Nylon Fishing Line Monofilament from Japan
Thick nylon monofilament used as fishing line, with a diameter exceeding 1 mm, ideal for heavy-duty angling. It falls under HTS 3916.90.3000 because it is a monofilament of polyamide plastics (other plastics) where any cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1 mm and is not further worked beyond surface treatments. This classification applies to unprocessed forms before braiding or weaving.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify monofilament diameter exceeds 1 mm with lab testing to avoid reclassification as finer yarn; provide material composition certificates showing polyamide content over 95%; ensure no further processing like twisting to stay in this heading