Drift Gill Net for Tuna from Japan
Large-scale drift gill nets made from multifilament nylon for oceanic tuna longline fisheries. HTS 5608.90.1000 applies to this knotted fish netting designed for surface drifting. Meets polyamide specs for gill net construction.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Comply with international drift net bans; size limits strictly enforced
• Include selectivity studies for mesh size validation
• Bundle with floats/ weights as set to maintain net classification