Berkley Trilene Big Game Braided Fishing Line from Japan
This braided fishing line from Berkley is designed for big game fishing with high strength and low stretch, packaged in 300-yard spools for retail sale. It falls under HTS 9507.90.20.00 as fishing line specifically put up and packaged for retail sale, distinguishing it from bulk industrial packaging.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify packaging meets 'retail sale' criteria with consumer-ready labels including line test strength and material composition to avoid reclassification as bulk goods
• Include supplier certifications for line diameter and breaking strength to comply with fishing tackle import documentation requirements
• Watch for common pitfalls like insufficient country-of-origin marking on spools, which can delay customs clearance