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Avalanche Probe Pole

Collapsible aluminum probe for locating buried victims in avalanches, marked in centimeters. Essential snow-ski safety gear. Classified HTS 9506.19.8080 as other snow-ski equipment.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.8%+20.0%22.8%
🇲🇽Mexico2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇨🇦Canada2.8%+10.0%12.8%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

9506.99.60Higher: 24% vs 22.8%

If suitable for general outdoor search beyond snow-skiing

Non-specific sports equipment falls under broader athletics heading.

9018.90.75Higher: 37.5% vs 22.8%

If classified as surveying/rescue instruments

Measuring devices primarily for rescue classify in Chapter 90.

8714.99.80Higher: 30% vs 22.8%

If bundled with snowmobile accessories

Vehicle-related safety gear may shift to Chapter 87.

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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

• Include user manuals emphasizing snow-ski/avalanche rescue principal use

• Test for collapse mechanism to avoid tools classification