The tariff classification of the Mega Badminton Set from China

N084957 December 1, 2009 CLA-2-95:OT:RR:NC:N4:424 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 9506.59.4040 Ms. Joann Mosqueda JA-RU, Inc. 4030 Phillips Highway Jacksonville, FL 32207 RE: The tariff classification of the Mega Badminton Set from China Dear Ms. Mosqueda: In your letter dated November 12, 2009 you requested a tariff classification ruling. A sample of the Mega Badminton Set, item number 5093, was received with your inquiry. The product consists of two 12” rackets and two shuttlecocks. This outdoor game is designed for children ages four years of age and up. The badminton rackets provide the set with its essential character. The applicable subheading for the Mega Badminton Set will be 9506.59.4040, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for “Articles and equipment for general physical exercise, gymnastics, athletics, other sports…or outdoor games…;…parts and accessories thereof: Other: Badminton rackets and parts and accessories thereof…Rackets and racket frames.” The rate of duty will be 5.6% ad valorem. Duty rates are provided for your convenience and are subject to change. The text of the most recent HTSUS and the accompanying duty rates are provided on World Wide Web at http://www.usitc.gov/tata/hts/. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist James Forkan at (646) 733-3025. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director National Commodity Specialist Division