| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9506990530 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9506996080 | Doc | 41.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9507908000 | Doc | 39.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9208100000 | Doc | 33.2% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9208900040 | Doc | 42.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3926904000 | Doc | 32.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3926909989 | Doc | 42.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3921902900 | Doc | 59.4% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3921904090 | Doc | 34.2% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Arrow Target
An arrow target is a device used to stop arrows shot from bows, allowing for repeated practice without damaging property or causing undue risk. They are fundamental to archery practice and competition.
Material
Arrow targets are constructed from a variety of materials, each with different characteristics impacting durability, stopping power, and ease of use. Common materials include:
- Straw: Traditionally made from tightly bound wheat or similar straw. Relatively inexpensive but degrades quickly with use, requiring frequent replacement.
- Foam: Polyurethane foam is a widely used material. Density varies significantly, with higher density foams offering greater stopping power and longer life. Self-healing foam targets are available, where the foam closes around the arrow holes after removal.
- Cloth: Layers of tightly woven cloth, often nylon or similar synthetic fibers, are compressed to form a dense target. These targets are often used for 3D archery and can be very durable.
- Rope: Constructed from tightly wound rope fibers. Durable and long-lasting, often used for outdoor ranges.
- 3D Foam: Sculpted into animal shapes, these targets offer a realistic practice experience. Typically made from open-cell foam.
Purpose
The primary purpose of an arrow target is to safely and repeatedly stop arrows. This enables:
- Practice: Archers can hone their skills without risk of damaging buildings, trees, or other objects.
- Competition: Standardized targets are used in various archery disciplines for scoring and competition.
- Sight-in: Allows for accurate calibration of bows and arrow sights.
Function
Arrow targets function by absorbing the kinetic energy of the arrow, slowing it down and bringing it to a complete stop. The material's density and composition are critical to this process. Targets are designed to minimize arrow bounce-back and damage to the arrow itself.
Usage Scenarios
- Home Practice: Smaller, portable targets are ideal for backyard archery.
- Archery Ranges: Larger, more durable targets are used in commercial and club ranges.
- 3D Archery Courses: Life-sized animal targets are used in outdoor courses, simulating hunting scenarios.
- Competition Events: Standardized targets are used for various archery disciplines (target archery, field archery, etc.).
Common Types
- Face Targets: Circular targets with scoring rings, used for target archery. Often made from paper, cardboard, or foam.
- Cube Targets: Foam or straw cubes, suitable for general practice.
- Layered Targets: Constructed from multiple layers of foam or cloth, offering increased stopping power and longevity.
- 3D Targets: Realistic animal shapes (deer, bear, boar, etc.), used for simulating hunting scenarios.
- Bag Targets: Large, cylindrical bags filled with compressed material (straw, foam, cloth). Often used for broadhead practice.
- Bale Targets: Traditional targets made from tightly bound straw bales. Require frequent replacement.
Based on the material, use, function, and application scenarios, “arrow target” falls under articles and equipment for general physical exercise, gymnastics, athletics, or other sports. Here are the relevant HS codes found within the provided reference material:
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9506990530: This HS code covers articles and equipment for general physical exercise, gymnastics, athletics, other sports (including table-tennis) or outdoor games, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; swimming pools and wading pools; parts and accessories thereof: Other: Other: Archery articles and equipment and parts and accessories thereof. The first two digits, '95', indicate Chapter 95 – Miscellaneous manufactured articles. '06' represents Heading 06 – Articles and equipment for general physical exercise, gymnastics, athletics or other sports. '99' signifies Subheading 99 – Other, and '0530' further specifies archery articles and equipment. The basic tariff is 0.0%, with an additional surcharge of 7.5%. After April 2, 2025, the surcharge increases to 30.0%. A 25% surcharge applies to steel and aluminum products. The total tariff rate is 37.5%.
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9506996080: This HS code also falls under articles and equipment for general physical exercise, gymnastics, athletics, other sports (including table-tennis) or outdoor games, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; swimming pools and wading pools; parts and accessories thereof: Other: Other: Other. Similar to 9506990530, '95' denotes Chapter 95, '06' represents Heading 06, and '99' signifies Subheading 99. '6080' further specifies 'Other'. The basic tariff is 4.0%, with an additional surcharge of 7.5%. After April 2, 2025, the surcharge increases to 30.0%. A 25% surcharge applies to steel and aluminum products. The total tariff rate is 41.5%.
Regarding HS codes 9506990530 and 9506996080, please note the potential impact of the 25% surcharge on steel and aluminum products, and the increased surcharge rate of 30.0% after April 2, 2025. The specific material composition of the arrow target will determine the applicable tariff rate.