Polypropylene Shrimp Seine Net from Germany
Made-up seine net of knotted polypropylene cordage, deployed from boats to encircle and capture shrimp schools in shallow coastal areas. It qualifies for HTS 5608.11.00 as a fishing net fully assembled from synthetic man-made materials.
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
• Document mesh size compliance with regional fishing laws to avoid seizures at port
• Use ISF filings early for large net shipments to prevent delays from bonding requirements
• Label with exact material composition (e.g
• 100% polypropylene) for fiber content verification