Badminton Racket Stringing Tool from Japan
Manual tool for tensioning and installing strings on badminton rackets, featuring clamps and awls. Classified in HTS 9506.59.80.60 as an accessory principally for badminton rackets per Chapter Note 2. Essential for racket maintenance and customization.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include technical specs proving principal use with rackets; avoid bulk packaging that suggests general tool use
• Pitfall: confusing with multi-sport stringers