Polypropylene Gill Net for Cod from Mexico
Made-up gill net of knotted polypropylene twine targeted for cod and other whitefish, hung vertically to entangle fish by gills. HTS 5608.11.00.90 applies to this other fishing net of man-made textiles, not matching salmon gill statistical criteria. Features UV-resistant treatment for longevity.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Document target species and region to differentiate from salmon-specific gill netting
• Test for monofilament diameter if under 0.806 mm to check against salmon note exclusions
• Obtain FDA prior notice if net contacts seafood directly during import clearance