Nylon Purse Seine Net from Germany
A voluminous made-up purse seine net from nylon multifilament yarns, used to purse and haul in schools of tuna or sardines. Falls under HTS 5608.11.00 due to its knotted construction as a ready-to-use fishing net of man-made textiles.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Obtain pre-shipment rulings for large purse seines to confirm made-up status vs. parts
• Package in protective wraps to prevent damage; declare accurately to avoid manipulation duties
• Check for UV treatment disclosures as additives may trigger chemical classification reviews