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PE Seine Netting from Japan

High-density polyethylene knotted netting for purse seine operations targeting sardines and anchovies. HTS 5608.90.1000 covers this made-up fish netting due to its knotted construction from twine. Essential for large-scale pelagic fishing fleets.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Test for UV resistance certification; degradation claims common in disputes

• Declare mesh size and twine diameter to match fish netting specs

• Ship in assembled panels, not loose twine, to secure 5608 classification