5608.19.10 - Fish netting

This HTS code, 5608.19.10, specifically classifies made-up fishing nets of textile materials that are not knotted, but are constructed from twine, cordage, or rope. The key defining characteristic is the absence of knots in the net construction, differentiating it from knotted netting found in other subheadings. These nets are typically manufactured from man-made textile materials and are intended for use in fishing operations.

Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 5608.19.20 "Other," requires a careful examination of the construction method. While both fall under "Other" made-up nets of man-made textile materials, 5608.19.10 is exclusively for non-knotted nets. Therefore, if a fishing net is constructed using a knotting technique, it would not fall under this specific subheading, but rather its appropriate sibling or a different HTS chapter depending on the material and construction details.

Within this category, further distinctions are made to refine classification. Subcategory 5608.19.10.10 is reserved for salmon gill netting specifically made from nylon or other polyamides, recognizing the specialized nature and material of this particular type of fishing gear. The remaining portion of this classification is captured under 5608.19.10.20, encompassing all other non-knotted made-up fishing nets of man-made textile materials not specifically delineated elsewhere.