Asics Badminton Racket Head Guard

Adhesive protective tape or guard applied to the head of badminton rackets to prevent frame scratches. This accessory is tailored for badminton use, fitting 9506.59.4080 as other parts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.6%+10.0%15.6%
🇲🇽Mexico5.6%+10.0%15.6%
🇨🇦Canada5.6%+10.0%15.6%
🇩🇪Germany5.6%+10.0%15.6%
🇯🇵Japan5.6%+10.0%15.6%

Alternative Classifications

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

5903.90.30Higher: 37.7% vs 15.6%

If textile adhesive tape in rolls

Textile-covered plastics classify under Chapter 59 if not sports-specific.

9506.59Same rate: 15.6%

If guards for table-tennis paddles

Different sports equipment like table-tennis have separate racket parts subheadings.

3919.10.20Higher: 40.8% vs 15.6%

If self-adhesive plastic sheets bulk

Generic adhesive sheets fall under plastics chapter without sports principal use.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use HTS rationale letters citing principal use with badminton rackets for binding rulings

Avoid retail sets with rackets; individual import prevents GRI 3(b) set classification issues

Test for adhesive type; certain chemicals may require EPA pre-notice

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