9506.99.25.40 - Ice-hockey sticks 🖩
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 | 30% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS classification, 9506.99.25.40, specifically designates ice-hockey sticks. These are articles designed and manufactured for playing ice hockey, characterized by their elongated shaft and a blade at one end used to strike a puck. The classification encompasses sticks made from various materials, including wood, composite materials, and aluminum, intended for both recreational and professional use.
At this level, 9506.99.25.40 stands apart from its sibling category, 9506.99.25.80, which covers "Other, including parts and accessories." While the sibling category is a broader catch-all for other ice-hockey and field-hockey related items and their components, 9506.99.25.40 is strictly for the complete ice-hockey sticks themselves. This distinction ensures that finished sticks are not misclassified with spare parts or other ancillary equipment.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification under 9506.99.25.40 is final for goods meeting the description of ice-hockey sticks. When classifying, importers should confirm the primary intended use of the article is for ice hockey and that it represents a complete stick, not merely a component.