Polyester Tuna Drift Gill Net from Japan
Large-scale drift gill net made from multifilament polyester yarns for pelagic tuna fishing, featuring triple-knot construction. Falls under HTS 5608.19.1020 as other fish netting of man-made materials. Deployed from boats to encircle schools of tuna.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain RFMO certificates for tuna gear to meet international traceability rules
• Measure yarn decitex precisely; over 233 dtex may shift classification
• Inspect for visible coatings that could reclassify to Chapter 59