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Bow String Wax and Serving Thread Kit from Japan

Maintenance kit with beeswax for bowstring conditioning and synthetic serving thread for center servings. Essential archery accessory under HTS 9506.99.0530. Prevents string fraying during high-volume shooting.

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

• Classify as set if put up together for retail; separate items risk individual headings

• Document archery-specific formulations vs generic wax/thread

• Small packages often undervalued; use transaction value method with proof