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Polyester Fishing Line Monofilament

This is a synthetic polyester monofilament used as fishing line, with a diameter of 67 decitex or more and no cross-sectional dimension exceeding 1 mm. It falls under HTS 5404.19.80.80 as 'other' synthetic monofilament meeting the specified size criteria, distinct from finer monofilaments in other subheadings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.9%+37.5%44.4%
🇲🇽Mexico6.9%+10.0%16.9%
🇨🇦Canada6.9%+10.0%16.9%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

5402Lower: 20% vs 44.4%

If of polypropylene and finer than 67 decitex

Finer polypropylene monofilaments shift to Chapter 54 heading 5402 for high-tenacity yarns.

3916.90.30Lower: 44% vs 44.4%

If presented as rigid plastic profiles rather than textile monofilament

Exceeds textile monofilament criteria and classified under plastics chapter for non-textile use.

5607.50.40Lower: 41.1% vs 44.4%

If sold as twine or cordage made from the monofilament

Processed into plied or twisted form, moving to Chapter 56 for made-up textile articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify monofilament diameter and decitex via lab testing to confirm 67+ decitex and <1mm cross-section for this HTS

• Provide manufacturer specs and tensile strength data in entry documentation to support fishing line use

• Avoid misclassification as finer line under 5404.19.10; check for packaging indicating retail vs bulk