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Polypropylene Bulkhead Net

Heavy knotted polypropylene netting for separating cargo holds in shipping containers. It is classified under HTS 5608.19.20.90 for other made-up man-made nets.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+37.5%42.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5608.90Lower: 17.5% vs 42.5%

If of cotton or paper yarn

Knotted netting of other textile materials (not man-made) is 5608.90.

4010Lower: 15.8% vs 42.5%

If conveyor/rubber transmission belting net

Rubber-conveyor nets with textiles go to Chapter 40.

8431.49.90Higher: 50% vs 42.5%

If part of forklift machinery

Parts of lifting machinery classify under Chapter 84.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Certify breaking strength for maritime safety compliance

• Declare as standalone net, not container part, to stay in Chapter 56

• Avoid plastic lamination exceeding naked eye visibility per Chapter notes