Nylon Cod Longline Ground Net from Japan
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 — 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%
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