| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9506400000 | Doc | 35.1% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9506696020 | Doc | 42.4% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8206000000 | Doc | The rate of duty applicable to that article in the set subject t+30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Table Tennis Kit
A table tennis kit (also known as a ping pong kit) is a packaged set of equipment required to play the game of table tennis. These kits vary in quality and completeness, catering to beginners, recreational players, and competitive athletes.
Components
A typical table tennis kit includes:
- Table Tennis Table: The playing surface, generally rectangular, with a net dividing it into two halves. Standard dimensions are 9 feet long, 5 feet wide, and 30 inches high. Tables are available in various qualities, from basic folding models to professional-grade, solid-core versions.
- Net and Post Assembly: A net stretched tautly across the center of the table, supported by a post assembly. Regulations specify the net's height (6 inches) and tightness.
- Paddles (Rackets): Used to strike the ball. Paddles consist of a blade (typically wood) covered with rubber on one or both sides. Rubber types significantly impact spin and speed.
- Balls: Typically made of celluloid or plastic (now more commonly plastic). Balls are 40mm in diameter and weigh 2.7 grams.
- Optional Accessories: Some kits include additional items such as:
- Paddle Cases: For protecting paddles.
- Ball Holders: To collect balls during play.
- Cleaning Spray: To maintain rubber grip.
- Side Tape: For the table edges.
- Scissors or Tools: For net installation.
Purpose
The primary purpose of a table tennis kit is to provide all the necessary equipment to play the game of table tennis, enabling recreational enjoyment and competitive play.
Function
The kit's components function together to allow players to hit a lightweight ball across a net on a designated table, adhering to the rules of the game. The quality of each component impacts the game's speed, spin, and overall playability.
Usage Scenarios
- Home Recreation: Most commonly used for casual play within a home or recreational setting.
- Schools and Community Centers: Used for physical education classes and recreational programs.
- Table Tennis Clubs: Higher-quality kits are used for competitive training and matches.
- Tournaments: Professional-grade kits are required for official tournaments.
Common Types
Kits are broadly categorized by quality and intended user:
- Beginner Kits: These kits typically include basic tables, paddles with inexpensive rubber, and a limited number of balls. They are designed for learning the fundamentals of the game.
- Recreational Kits: Offer a balance of quality and affordability, suitable for casual players. Paddles may have slightly better rubber than beginner kits.
- Intermediate Kits: Feature better-quality tables and paddles with more advanced rubber for improved spin and control.
- Professional Kits: Include high-end tables (often solid-core), ITTF-approved rubber, and a larger quantity of high-quality balls. These kits are designed for competitive play and serious training.
- Outdoor Kits: Designed to withstand weather conditions, often featuring waterproof tables and more durable components.
A table tennis kit typically includes articles and equipment for playing table tennis, potentially with parts and accessories. Based on this description, the following HS codes are relevant:
- 9506400000: This HS code covers articles and equipment for table-tennis, and parts and accessories thereof. The basic duty rate is 5.1%, with no additional tariff currently, but a 30.0% additional tariff will apply after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 35.1%.
- 9506696020: 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, specifically balls (other than golf balls and table-tennis balls). The basic duty rate is 4.9%, with an additional tariff of 7.5% currently, increasing to 30.0% after April 2, 2025, for a total tariff of 42.4%.
- 8206000000: This HS code covers tools of two or more of headings 8202 to 8205, put up in sets for retail sale. The duty rate applicable is the rate of duty applicable to that article in the set, plus 30.0% after April 2, 2025.
Regarding HS code 8206000000, the applicable duty rate will depend on the specific tools included in the kit.