Tennis Racket Head Guard from Japan
Protective bumper strip that adheres to the frame head of tennis rackets to prevent damage. HTS 9506.59.80.60 covers this as a dedicated accessory for racket protection. Commonly used in tennis bags for travel.
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
• Label with compatible racket models; avoid generic packaging
• Issue: misclassification as general protective tape