Natural Gut Archery Bowstring from China
High-tensile bowstring made from animal gut fibers, used in traditional archery. Falls under HTS 4206.00.90.00 for tendon/gut articles shaped for sporting use. Preferred for its low stretch and historical authenticity.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for tensile strength documentation to support classification claims
• Use moisture-proof packaging to maintain integrity
• Pitfall: classifying as textile yarn if not purpose-made for bows