Polyester Badminton Racket String from Japan
High-tensile polyester monofilament strings for badminton rackets, exceeding 1 mm in cross-section, surface-worked for reduced friction. Falls under HTS 3916.90.2000 as other plastic racket strings meeting monofilament criteria. Ideal for shuttlecock sports requiring speed and precision.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include manufacturer specs showing polyester predominates by weight per subheading notes to confirm classification
• Label as 'racket strings' distinctly; avoid packaging resembling finished rackets to prevent reclassification