Carbon Fiber Recurve Bow from China
A high-performance recurve bow made from carbon fiber, designed for target archery competitions. It falls under HTS 9506.99.05 as archery equipment not specified elsewhere in Chapter 95. The bow's limbs and riser are optimized for precision shooting.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify the bow's draw weight and material composition for accurate classification under archery equipment
• Include manufacturer specs and safety certifications to avoid misclassification as a weapon
• Label products clearly as sporting goods to prevent scrutiny under arms regulations