Nylon Cod Longline Ground Net from Germany
Heavy-duty nylon knotted netting used as ground gear in cod longline fisheries to protect lines from seabed abrasion. Classified in HTS 5608.19.1020 as other man-made fish netting. Provides durability in demersal fishing.
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 end-use as fishing accessory to prevent reclassification
• Test for impregnation not visible to naked eye per 5604 note exclusion
• Bundle with full net sets if applicable to maintain 5608 classification