Nylon Purse Seine Net from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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