Catgut Archery Bow Strings from China
High-tensile catgut cords from animal tendons or intestines for traditional archery bows. HTS 4206.00.19.30 covers these as other catgut articles, excluding finished bows or modern synthetics. Valued for low stretch and historical authenticity.
Duty Rate — China → United States
16.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide tensile strength specs to differentiate from textile cords in Chapter 56
• Avoid bundling with bows to prevent set classification under heading 9506
• Comply with USFWS rules for imported animal gut products