Hand-Cast String-Drawn Cast Net for Mullet from China
Traditional hand-cast cast net with string-drawn perimeter and knotted nylon mesh, optimized for catching mullet in rivers and bays. It qualifies for HTS 5608.11.00.10 as a complete made-up fishing net of man-made materials featuring hand-cast string-drawn construction per statistical breakout. Excludes non-fishing uses like decoration.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document mesh size and sinker weights to confirm fishing purpose and hand-cast design during customs valuation
• Bundle with care instructions to prevent damage claims; declare total length to match invoice against HTS specs
• Watch for reclassification if sold with non-textile components like metal frames exceeding accessory status