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Polo Mallet with Bamboo Shaft

Traditional polo mallet featuring a bamboo shaft and hardwood head for striking the ball in equestrian polo. Essential equipment classified under HTS 9506.99.2000 as polo articles excluding balls.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+20.0%20%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4419.90Lower: 15.7% vs 20%

If shaft is primarily wooden and sold as a general striking tool

Wooden articles of heading 44 if not principally polo equipment.

9506.99.60Higher: 24% vs 20%

If other unlisted sports like field hockey

Similar mallets for non-polo sports fall under broader golf/other category.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Declare shaft material accurately (bamboo vs. wood) to match Chapter 44 wood notes if challenged

• Include usage photos or catalogs proving polo-specific design

• Avoid combining with horse tack, which may shift to heading 4201