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Songbird Play-Back Net from Japan

Acoustic-guided mist net panels used with songbird vocalization recordings for territorial male capture during breeding studies. Deployed by universities with state collection permits. Qualifies under HTS 9817.00.30.00 for licensed avian behavioral research.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide university research protocol and state permit; Document audio playback specifications; Ensure net tensioning system compliance