Telescoping Butterfly Net from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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