Polyester Safety Net from Germany
Knotted polyester netting installed on construction sites or balconies to prevent falls. Classified in HTS 5608.19.20.90 as other made-up nets of man-made fibers, distinct from fishing or specialized nets.
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
• Include safety standard certifications (e.g
• OSHA-equivalent) in import docs to support classification
• Measure mesh size and confirm no fish-catching design to differentiate from 5608.19.10
• Label fiber content accurately; blends over 50% man-made stay here, but shifts if natural dominant