9504.20.20.00 - Balls 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | No. |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 50% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 9504.20.20.00, specifically covers "Balls" within the broader classification of articles and accessories for billiards. This encompasses a wide range of spherical objects designed for use in games of billiards, pool, or snooker. The primary classification criteria revolve around their intended use and physical characteristics as playing balls for these specific table games.
Distinguishing this category from its siblings is crucial for accurate classification. Unlike 9504.20.40.00, which covers chalk used to prepare cues, or 9504.20.60.00, which pertains to the billiard tables themselves, this code is exclusively for the balls. Furthermore, it is differentiated from 9504.20.80.00, which is a residual category for "Other" billiard accessories, meaning any billiard-related items not specifically enumerated in other subheadings.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification at this level relies on a clear understanding of the physical attributes and intended purpose of the balls. This would include considerations of size, weight, material composition (e.g., phenolic resin, polyester), and whether they are solid or hollow, as long as their function is definitively for playing billiards or similar table games.