Yonex Astrox 99 Badminton Racket

The Yonex Astrox 99 is a high-performance badminton racket designed for advanced players, featuring a head-heavy balance and Nanomesh Neo frame for powerful smashes. It falls under HTS 9506.59.40 as a strung badminton racket intended for the sport of badminton. This classification covers complete rackets used in general physical exercise and outdoor games.

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%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

9506.59Same rate: 15.6%

If classified as a tennis racket

Tennis rackets fall under the broader 'other' subheading for rackets, but badminton-specific design warrants 9506.59.40.

9506.99.60Higher: 21.5% vs 15.6%

If marketed as a general sports accessory without racket specificity

Non-specific racket parts may shift to other sports equipment if not principally for badminton.

9503.00.00Lower: 10% vs 15.6%

If designed as a toy for children under retail set rules

Toy rackets lose essential character as sports equipment and classify as toys per Chapter Note 5.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the racket is strung or unstrung and ensure labeling specifies 'badminton racket' to distinguish from tennis rackets

Include sports equipment certification if required by destination country; check for anti-dumping duties on Asian-sourced rackets