Graphite Fishing Rod Blank from Germany
A pre-formed graphite tube used as the core component for assembling custom fishing rods. It falls under HTS 9507.10.0080 as a part suitable solely for use with fishing rods. These blanks lack handles, guides, or reels, classifying them distinctly as unfinished rod parts.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify material composition (e.g
• graphite vs. fiberglass) for accurate HTS subheading; provide lab test certificates if disputed
• Include supplier declarations confirming sole use with fishing rods to prevent reclassification as general sporting goods