5608.11.00/Polypropylene Shrimp Seine Net/Japan

Polypropylene Shrimp Seine Net from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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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