| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9504202000 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9504208000 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3926903300 | Doc | 36.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3926904000 | Doc | 32.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3924104000 | Doc | 33.4% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3924905650 | Doc | 40.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6307908940 | Doc | 37.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6307908945 | Doc | 37.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6304996040 | Doc | 33.2% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6304996030 | Doc | 33.2% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Billiard Accessories
Billiard accessories encompass a wide range of items used to enhance gameplay, maintain equipment, and improve the overall billiards experience. These items cater to various aspects of the game, from shot execution to cue care.
Materials:
- Wood: Frequently used in cue extensions, rests, and some chalk holders. Hardwoods like maple and rosewood are common.
- Plastic: Predominantly found in tips, rests, and some chalk holders, offering durability and cost-effectiveness.
- Leather: Utilized in cue cases, gloves, and joint protectors for protection and grip.
- Chalk (Carbonate Compounds): The core component for increasing friction between cue tip and cue ball. Varieties include various compounds and hardness levels.
- Metal: Employed in shafts (aluminum, carbon fiber), joints, and some rest components for strength and precision.
- Synthetic Materials (e.g., phenolic resin): Used in cue tips for consistent performance and durability.
Purpose & Function:
- Shot Enhancement: Accessories like chalk, gloves, and extensions improve a player's ability to execute shots accurately and with control.
- Cue Maintenance: Items such as cue cases, joint protectors, and cleaning kits protect the cue from damage and preserve its performance.
- Gameplay Assistance: Rests and bridges facilitate shots that are difficult or impossible to execute directly.
- Scoring & Marking: Scorekeepers, clipboards, and chalk markers are used for keeping track of scores and marking cue ball positions.
Common Types:
- Chalk: Available in various colors and hardnesses. Harder chalks are for experienced players and provide less dust, while softer chalks are easier to apply but produce more dust.
- Cue Tips: Leather or synthetic components attached to the cue end, impacting spin, control, and power. Types include:
- Leather Tips: Traditional, offering varying levels of hardness and grip.
- Synthetic Tips: More consistent performance, durability, and resistance to mushrooming.
- Cue Cases: Protective containers for cues and accessories, ranging from soft cases to hard cases with multiple compartments.
- Cue Extensions: Used to lengthen the cue for reaching difficult shots.
- Rests: Support devices used to stabilize the cue when shooting long or awkward shots. Types include:
- Mechanical Rests: Adjustable and provide a stable platform.
- Spider Rests: Compact and versatile.
- Bridges: Support devices used to guide the cue when shooting. Types include:
- Hand Bridges: Utilize the player’s hand for support.
- Mechanical Bridges: Provide a stable and consistent support.
- Cue Gloves: Improve grip and reduce cue slippage.
- Joint Protectors: Prevent damage to cue joints during transport or accidental impacts.
- Cleaning Kits: Maintain cue cleanliness and performance.
- Scorekeepers/Clipboards: Used for keeping score during gameplay.
- Chalk Holders: Securely hold chalk for easy access.
- Cue Repair Tools: Used for minor cue maintenance and repairs.
Usage Scenarios:
- Competitive Play: High-quality chalk, tips, and gloves are essential for consistent performance.
- Recreational Play: Basic accessories like chalk, a case, and a rest are sufficient for casual enjoyment.
- Cue Care: Cases, joint protectors, and cleaning kits are used to protect and maintain cues.
- Difficult Shots: Rests and bridges are utilized to execute shots that are otherwise impossible.
- Travel: Cases and joint protectors are essential for transporting cues safely.
Billiard accessories encompass a range of items used in conjunction with billiards tables for playing and maintaining the game. These include balls, cues, chalk, and various tools for table upkeep.
The following HS codes are relevant to billiard accessories, based on the provided information:
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9504202000: This HS code falls under Chapter 95, which covers toys, games, and sports equipment. Specifically, it covers video game consoles and machines, table or parlor games (including pinball machines and billiards), and amusement machines. The subheading 202000 specifically refers to Articles and accessories for billiards of all kinds: Balls. The applicable tax rate is a base tariff of 0.0%, an additional tariff of 7.5%, and a tariff of 30.0% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 37.5%.
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9504208000: Also within Chapter 95, this HS code covers video game consoles and machines, table or parlor games (including billiards), and amusement machines. However, subheading 208000 refers to Articles and accessories for billiards of all kinds: Other, including parts and accessories. The applicable tax rate is a base tariff of 0.0%, an additional tariff of 7.5%, and a tariff of 30.0% after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 37.5%. This code would be used for accessories other than billiard balls.
It is important to note that both HS codes 9504202000 and 9504208000 are subject to a change in additional tariff rates after April 2, 2025.