Polyester Monofilament Fishing Line Yarn from Japan
Single untwisted polyester monofilament yarn under 67 decitex, used in manufacturing fishing lines, classified under HTS 5402.49.91.40 due to its low twist (less than 5 turns/m) and synthetic filament composition not for retail sale. It meets the criteria for 'other' monofilament in this subheading as it's not sewing thread.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify decitex measurement <67 and twist ≤5 turns/m with lab testing to confirm classification
• Provide mill certificates showing synthetic filament composition (e.g
• polyester) and non-retail packaging
• Avoid misclassification as finished fishing line under Chapter 95 by importing as bulk yarn only