Import duty on tennis & pickleball rackets in the UK

HS code

9506.51

UK commodity code

9506 51 00 00

UK import duty

4%

UK VAT

20%

Source: UK Global Tariff (HMRC Trade Tariff service) · checked 2026-10-31

Lawn-tennis rackets, strung or not, are 9506.51. Other rackets and paddles move to 9506.59.

UK commodity codes under 9506.51

UK commodity codeDescriptionImport dutyVAT
9506 51 00 00Tennis, badminton or similar rackets, whether or not strung › Lawn-tennis rackets, whether or not strung4%20%

Made differently? Check these codes

HS 9506.59

Badminton, squash and other rackets

UK duty: 2%

Import duty on tennis & pickleball rackets by country

Import into the US

3.1% – 5.3%

See HTS codes ›

Import into the UK

4%

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Import into the EU

4.7%

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How UK import charges work

The duty shown is the standard rate for goods from countries without a trade deal. Goods from a country with a UK trade agreement may pay less, or nothing, if they meet the rules of origin. A few products from certain countries also pay anti-dumping duties. The UK charges import VAT on the customs value plus shipping, insurance and duty.

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HS 9506.31

Golf clubs

UK duty: 2%

HS 9506.61

Tennis balls

UK duty: 2%

HS 9506.62

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UK duty: 2%

HS 9506.32

Golf balls

UK duty: 2%

HS 9506.40

Table tennis equipment

UK duty: 2%

HS 9506.70

Roller & ice skates

UK duty: 0% – 2%

Frequently asked questions

Q1What is the UK commodity code for tennis & pickleball rackets?
9506 51 00 00. It starts with the international HS code 9506.51, which is the same in every country.
Q2What is the import duty on tennis & pickleball rackets in the UK?
The standard UK duty under 9506 51 00 00 is 4%. Goods from countries with a trade agreement may pay less if they meet the rules of origin.
Q3Do I pay VAT on imported tennis & pickleball rackets?
Yes. Import VAT of 20% applies on top of duty. The UK charges import VAT on the customs value plus shipping, insurance and duty.
Q4Is the UK code the same as the US HTS code?
Only the first 6 digits (9506.51) are the same. The US adds its own digits and rates: see the US HTS code for tennis & pickleball rackets.

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