Polyester Tuna Drift Net Panels from Canada
Large knotted netting panels made from multifilament polyester yarns for pelagic tuna drift netting operations. Classified under HTS 5608.19.10 as other fish netting of man-made textile materials, distinct from gill nets due to larger mesh and drift configuration. Used in offshore commercial fishing fleets.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
18.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Provide documentation proving commercial fishing end-use to comply with international drift net regulations; measure yarn decitex to ensure under 233 limit if multifilament; watch for anti-dumping duties on certain Asian-sourced fishing nets