Marker Buoy for Fishing Nets

A small, inflatable vinyl buoy attached to commercial fishing nets to mark their location and prevent drifting. Classified in HTS 8907.90.00.30 as a buoy, an other floating structure used in maritime fishing operations.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5607.90Lower: 16.3% vs 17.5%

If made of textile materials like nylon

Made-up textile articles for floating purposes shift to Chapter 56.

3926.90.30.00Higher: 39.2% vs 17.5%

If for retail sale as consumer fishing accessory

Small plastic floats for recreational fishing may classify as fittings for tubes/pipes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide fishing gear usage certification to justify classification over general plastic floats

Ensure UV-resistant materials are documented for longevity claims

Batch imports with nets under related HTS to consolidate shipments