Mist Net for Bird Banding from Germany
Ultra-fine mesh mist net designed for capturing wild birds during scientific banding and research studies. Made with lightweight terylene mesh and shelf strings to minimize bird injury, this net is used exclusively by licensed ornithologists under federal bird banding permits issued by the U.S. Geological Survey. Falls under HTS 9817.00.30.00 as it's specifically for licensed wild bird capture activities.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include copy of federal bird banding permit with entry documents; Verify net specifications match licensed research protocols; Common pitfall: Insufficient proof of governmental authorization leads to reclassification