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Pool Cue Shaft

Precision-engineered wooden or carbon fiber shafts that form the striking end of pool cues. This billiard part is classified under HTS 9504.20.80.00 due to principal use with billiard equipment. Features low-deflection technology.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+20.0%20%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

4414Lower: 16.4% vs 20%

If plain wooden rods without billiard finishing

Unworked wood in the rough classifies under Chapter 44 hoopwood or sticks.

6815.99Lower: 12.5% vs 20%

If carbon fiber composites for general sports

Non-specific carbon articles go to Chapter 68 shaped materials.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Specify compatibility with billiard cues in import docs to prevent parts classification elsewhere

• For carbon fiber, provide material certificates for accurate duty assessment