Cotton Safety Net for Construction from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
14.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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