U.S. imports of Water Skis, Surfboards & Other Water-Sport Equipment (Excluding Sailboards) (HS 950629) totaled $18.7M in August 2026, imported from 57 countries.
Importers of Water Skis, Surfboards & Other Water-Sport Equipment (Excluding Sailboards) paid $2.7M in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 14.18% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Water Skis, Surfboards & Other Water-Sport Equipment (Excluding Sailboards) imports of $18.7M in August 2026 ran 36% below the year-to-date monthly average of $29.3M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataChina dominates US imports of water skis, surfboards, and other non-sailboard water-sport equipment, with Thailand and Taiwan also significant sources across the four tariff lines: water skis (9506290020), surfboards (9506290030), surfboard and other water-sport equipment parts (9506290040), and a residual line for other water-sport equipment and accessories (9506290080). Surfboards in particular vary widely by construction — foam-core polyester, epoxy, or hollow wood — and the material and manufacturing method can affect both valuation and, in some cases, applicable trade-remedy exposure for Chinese-origin goods. Importers of inflatable stand-up paddleboards (SUPs) should confirm classification, as some configurations may be disputed between this heading and Chapter 39 (plastics articles).
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1.1K import shipments a month
CBP has generally classified inflatable SUPs under 9506.29 as water-sport equipment when they are designed and marketed for use as paddleboards in sport or recreation. Classification under Chapter 39 would apply to inflatable plastic articles without a specific sporting function. Importers should review applicable CBP rulings for their specific product design, as construction details and marketing materials are relevant to the determination.
Fins and leashes specifically designed for surfboards are classified as parts and accessories under 9506290040 when imported separately. The key requirement is that they be purpose-made for surfboard use; generic cord or plastic fins with no specific surfboard application would be classified elsewhere. Importers bundling fins with boards should ensure the complete article is classified as a surfboard under 9506290030.
Subheading 8 of 17 in heading 9506
Subheading 950629 · $18.7M of $562.0M
ImportsExports
Imports
$18.7MYoY · free account
Exports
$5.6MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $287.7M of Water Skis, Surfboards & Other Water-Sport Equipment (Excluding Sailboards) and exported $64.2M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9506290080 | Water-Sport Equip, Parts & Access, NESOI | $16.0M | 14.55% | 94.76% | $2.3M |
| 9506290030 | Surf-Boards | $2.6M | 11.88% | 84.36% | $304K |
| 9506290020 | Water Skis | $148K | 13.95% | 97.02% | $21K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9506290040 | Surf Board & Oth Water-Sport Equip, Pts Etc, NESOI | $5.4M |
| 9506290020 | Water Skis | $196K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Imports · August 2026
origin
China and Thailand together supply 54% of it.
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rate provision · imports
6.6% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 14.18% of imports for consumption.