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Replacement Badminton Racket Grommets from Japan

Plastic eyelets that protect string holes in badminton racket frames from wear. Classified under HTS 9506.59.80.60 as parts suitable solely for badminton rackets. Sold in kits for easy frame repairs.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide diagrams showing racket frame compatibility; ensure sets are for retail

• Pitfall: bulk sales resembling general plastic fasteners