Fiberglass Youth Arrow Shafts from China
Lightweight fiberglass shafts for youth archery arrows, typically sold in dozens for practice and competition. Classified under HTS 9506.99.0530 as archery equipment not elsewhere specified. Safer and more durable than wood for beginner archers.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
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
• Document spine rating and length specs to prove archery-specific use, avoiding reclassification as general rods
• Ensure packaging shows archery context; bulk shipments risk general plastics heading
• Comply with CPSC safety standards for youth products, including labeling requirements