Surfboard Nose Fender from Japan
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 — 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
• Differentiate from Chapter 95 sports guards via marine use declaration; fiber content label if blended
• Pitfall: set sales with leashes may trigger 4016.99