Polyester Backing Monofilament for Nets from China

Heavy polyester monofilament used as warp in fishing net production, 67+ decitex, <1 mm. HTS 5404.19.80.40 for such polyester monofilaments not qualifying as yarn. Provides structural support in netting.

Duty Rate — China → United States

41.9%

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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Include net-making end-use statement to differentiate from consumer line

Test for single filament integrity; plied shifts to cordage

Comply with USCG standards if for commercial fishing gear