Alpha-Cypermethrin Impregnated Polyester Mosquito Net from Japan
This bed net is crafted from warp knit polyester fabric impregnated with alpha-cypermethrin, an insecticide listed in subheading note to 6304.20, designed to protect against malaria-carrying mosquitoes during sleep. It falls under HTS 6304.20.0040 as a furnishing article of man-made fibers used as a bed net with specified insecticidal treatment.
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
• Verify impregnation with approved insecticides like alpha-cypermethrin via lab certification to meet subheading note requirements
• Provide documentation proving warp knit fabric construction and man-made fiber content over 666 grams per square meter
• Avoid misclassification as untreated nets; ensure EPA or equivalent registration for pesticide content