| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9506996040 | Doc | 41.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9506990530 | Doc | 62.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9507906000 | Doc | 60.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9507908000 | Doc | 39.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6701006000 | Doc | 59.7% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Golf Net
A golf net is a specialized net used to contain golf balls, primarily for practice and safety purposes. They are a common tool for golfers of all skill levels, enabling practice in a variety of environments without the risk of damaging property or endangering people.
Material
Golf nets are typically constructed from one of the following materials:
- Polyethylene (PE): This is the most common material due to its affordability, durability, and weather resistance. Different densities of PE are used, with higher densities offering greater strength.
- Nylon: Nylon nets are stronger and more abrasion-resistant than polyethylene, but also more expensive. They are often used in commercial-grade nets.
- Polyester: Polyester offers good strength and UV resistance, making it suitable for outdoor use.
The netting is often knotted or woven, with mesh size varying depending on the intended application. Frames are commonly made of steel, aluminum, or fiberglass.
Purpose
The primary purpose of a golf net is to:
- Contain Golf Balls: Preventing balls from traveling beyond a designated practice area.
- Enable Practice: Allowing golfers to practice their swing in limited spaces, such as backyards, garages, or indoor facilities.
- Improve Safety: Protecting people and property from errant golf balls.
- Provide Feedback: Some nets include targets or markings to help golfers improve their accuracy.
Function
A golf net functions by absorbing the impact of golf balls and preventing them from escaping the netted area. The net’s material and construction determine its ability to withstand repeated impacts without tearing or breaking. The frame provides structural support and maintains the net’s shape. Many nets incorporate features like ground stakes or weighted bases for stability.
Usage Scenarios
- Backyard Practice: A common setup for golfers who want to practice at home.
- Driving Ranges: Used to create individual practice bays.
- Golf Simulators: Essential for containing golf balls during indoor simulator sessions.
- Indoor Practice Areas: Used in garages, basements, or dedicated indoor golf facilities.
- Commercial Facilities: Used in golf schools, training centers, and public driving ranges.
Common Types
- Portable Golf Nets: Lightweight and easy to move, often with a collapsible frame. Suitable for casual practice.
- Instant Golf Nets: Designed for quick setup and takedown, often using spring-loaded or pop-up frames.
- Heavy-Duty Golf Nets: Constructed with thicker netting and a more robust frame for frequent and intense use.
- Golf Hitting Nets: Smaller nets specifically designed for practicing swing mechanics and short game shots.
- Golf Simulator Enclosures: Large, fully enclosed nets used to create a safe and realistic simulator environment.
- Chipping Nets: Smaller, often target-oriented nets for practicing chipping and putting.
- Putting Mats with Nets: Combine a putting surface with a net to catch missed putts.
Golf nets fall under several HS codes based on the provided information, relating to articles for sports or outdoor games and netting.
- 9506.99.60.40: 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: Other Nets not elsewhere specified or included”. This is a broad category encompassing sports nets not specifically classified elsewhere. The total tax rate is 41.5%, comprised of a 4.0% base tariff and a 7.5% additional tariff, increasing to 30% after April 2, 2025.
- 9506.99.05.30: This HS code refers to “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 Other”. While specifically for archery, it’s relevant if the golf net is used in conjunction with archery practice. The total tax rate is 62.5%, with a 7.5% additional tariff, increasing to 30% after April 2, 2025, plus a 25% additional tariff on steel or aluminum products.
- 9507.90.60.00: This HS code covers “Fishing rods, fish hooks and other line fishing tackle; fish landing nets, butterfly nets and similar nets; decoy "birds" (other than those of heading 9208 or 9705) and similar hunting or shooting equipment; parts and accessories thereof: Other: Fish landing nets, butterfly nets and similar nets”. This could apply if the golf net is similar in construction to fishing or hunting nets. The total tax rate is 60.0%, consisting of a 5.0% base tariff and a 30% additional tariff on steel or aluminum products after April 2, 2025.
Regarding HS code 9506.99.05.30 and 9507.90.60.00, please note the need to verify the material composition (steel or aluminum) as this impacts the additional tariff applied after April 2, 2025.