Triangle Brand Pool Chalk from China
Traditional Triangle black pool chalk cubes used on tips for American pool and snooker cues to prevent miscues. Under HTS 9504.20.40.00 as dedicated billiards chalk for all table games. Affordable and widely used in bars and leagues.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Label clearly as 'for billiard cues only' to distinguish from gymnastic or climbing chalk
• Obtain supplier certificates confirming composition meets non-hazardous import standards
• Monitor for color-specific restrictions; some ports scrutinize imported dyes