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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