Sheep Gut Badminton Strings from Japan
Thin, responsive badminton strings from sheep gut, ideal for precision shots in professional matches. HTS 4206.00.19.10 designates these as other catgut racquet strings, excluding watch straps or buttons per chapter notes.
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
• Provide veterinary certificates for sheep gut origin; ensure not sold as protective apparel to avoid 4203; differentiate from plaiting materials in 4602