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Nylon Shrimp Bait Bag with Drawstring from China

A durable bait bag made from knotted nylon netting designed specifically for holding shrimp bait during fishing. It features a drawstring closure for secure containment and easy release of bait into traps or pots. Classified under HTS 5608.19.20.10 as a made-up net of man-made textile materials functioning as a bait bag with drawstring.

Duty Rate — China → United States

42.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Verify the netting is knotted and of man-made fibers like nylon to confirm HTS 5608.19 classification; provide lab tests if material composition is questioned

Include detailed invoices specifying 'bait bag with drawstring' and end-use for fishing to prevent reclassification as general cordage

Ensure drawstring closure is functional and documented, as incomplete nets may shift to heading 5608.19 other categories