Ektelon EXO Racquetball Racket from China

The Ektelon EXO is a high-performance racquetball racket featuring a graphite frame and pre-strung with 16-gauge string for optimal power and control. It falls under HTS 9506.59.8020 as a racquetball racket, distinct from tennis or badminton rackets due to its shorter length and narrower head designed specifically for racquetball court play.

Duty Rate — China → United States

21.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Verify racket length under 22 inches and head width to confirm racquetball classification, avoiding overlap with squash rackets

Include strung vs unstrung status in documentation; strung rackets require string material disclosure for fiber content rules

Label products clearly as 'racquetball' to prevent reclassification during customs exam; provide court-specific use evidence if challenged