Telescoping Butterfly Net from Germany
A collapsible telescoping net with a long handle and lightweight mesh bag for capturing butterflies and insects during field collection. Classified under HTS 9507.90.60.00 as a butterfly net similar to fish landing nets. Essential tool for entomologists and hobbyists.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document intended use for insect collection to distinguish from industrial nets requiring insect-specific labeling
• Ensure handle extends properly in customs inspection demos to prove functionality as a complete net
• Avoid pitfalls by not declaring as lab equipment; emphasize recreational or field collection purpose