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Badminton Racket Strings - Nylon Monofilament

Nylon-based monofilament strings for badminton racquets, measuring 0.70 mm diameter (exceeding 67 decitex threshold) with no cross-section over 1 mm. Fits HTS 5404.19.10.00 as 'other' synthetic monofilament explicitly for racket strings in racket sports. Offers high repulsion and resilience for competitive play.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.7%+37.5%40.2%
🇲🇽Mexico2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇨🇦Canada2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5404.90.00.00Lower: 37.5% vs 40.2%

If significantly coated or covered with non-textile materials

Coated synthetic threads move to artificial monofilament category.

9506.59Lower: 16.5% vs 40.2%

If for squash or other non-tennis/badminton rackets in sets

Other racket sports equipment under Chapter 95 if not specified.

3916.90.50.00Higher: 43.3% vs 40.2%

If classified primarily as plastic monofilament

Customs may view as Chapter 39 plastics if textile character insufficient.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include tensile strength test reports to prove suitability as racket strings, distinguishing from industrial filaments

• Label clearly as 'racket strings' with sport-specific branding to support Chapter 54 classification over Chapter 39 plastics