Cotton Safety Net for Construction from Germany
Knotted cotton netting installed on scaffolding or buildings to catch falling debris or workers. Classified under HTS 5608.90.27.00 as other made-up nets of cotton, excluding fishing nets. Cotton's strength and UV resistance suit safety applications.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Include safety certifications like OSHA compliance in import docs; measure knotted mesh size for reporting
• Pitfall: Don't classify under 5608.11 if resembling fishing nets