Bodyboard
A lightweight foam bodyboard used for wave riding by lying prone and paddling with arms. Classified under HTS 9506.29.00 as other water-sport equipment, separate from sailboards or water skis.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +17.5% | 17.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for small sizes intended for kids' beach play
Mini bodyboards identifiable as toys go to 9503, not sporting equipment.
If bulk foam sheets sold without board shaping
Unfinished foam materials classify in Chapter 39 plastics, not assembled gear.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document core material (e.g
• polyethylene foam) and hydrodynamics to prove water-sport intent
• Avoid bundling with leashes or fins that might trigger set classification rules
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