Squash Racket Gut String from Japan
Synthetic polyamide 'gut' style monofilament for squash rackets, cross-section >1 mm, surface-worked for optimal tension hold. HTS 3916.90.2000 covers these plastic racket strings explicitly. Provides power and control in indoor racquet sports.
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
• Document surface-working process; further fabrication could move to Chapter 39 other articles
• Batch test for polymer purity to meet 95% threshold in Chapter 39 polymer classification rules