Surfboard Nose Fender from Germany
Small vulcanized rubber guard for surfboard noses during dock storage. As a boat fender variant for small watercraft, it fits HTS 4016.94.00.00, distinct from sports equipment exclusions.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Differentiate from Chapter 95 sports guards via marine use declaration; fiber content label if blended
• Pitfall: set sales with leashes may trigger 4016.99