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TOYS, GAMES AND SPORTS REQUISITES; PARTS AND ACCESSORIES THEREOF›Travelling circuses and travelling menageries; amusement park rides and water park amusements; fairground amusements, including shooting galleries; travelling theatres

Water rides

Standard EU duty
1.7%
VAT
23%
Additional duties / sanctions
0 rules
Docs required
12 docs
C400Y9007P08Y935E012Y903+6
Standard rates
Applies toTypeRateConditionsRegulation
ERGA OMNESThird country duty1.7%-R2261/98
Preferences
ERGA OMNES 0%AD 0%AL 0%BA 0%CA 0%CAMER 0%CARI 0%CH 0%CI 0%CL 0%CM 0%CO 0%DZ 0%EBA 0%EC 0%EEA 0%EG 0%EH 0%ESA 0%EUCA 0%FJ 0%FO 0%GB 0%GE 0%GH 0%GSP 0%GSP+ 0%IL 0%JO 0%JP 0%KE 0%KR 0%LB 0%LOMB 0%MA 0%MD 0%ME 0%MK 0%MX 0%NZ 0%PE 0%PG 0%PS 0%SADC EPA 0%SB 0%SG 0%SM 0%SWITZ 0%SY 0%TN 0%TR 0%UA 0%VN 0%WS 0%XC 0%XK 0%XL 0%XS 0%ZA 0%
Notes
TM5101. Customs duties shall be suspended in respect of goods intended for incorporation in the ships, boats or other vessels classified at the following CN codes 8901 10 10; 8901 20 10; 8901 30 10; 8901 90 10; 8902 00 10; 8903 91 10; 8903 92 10; 8904 00 10; 8904 00 91; 8905 10 10; 8905 90 10; 8906 10 00; 8906 90 10 for the purposes of their construction, repair, maintenance or conversion, and in respect of goods intended for fitting to or equipping such ships, boats or other vessels.2. Customs duties shall be suspended in respect of:(a) goods intended for incorporation in drilling or production platforms:(1) fixed, of subheading ex 8430 49, operating in or outside the territorial sea of Member States, or(2) floating or submersible, of subheading 8905 20, for the purposes of their construction, repair, maintenance or conversion, and in respect of goods intended for equipping the said platforms.(b) tubes, pipes, cables and their connection pieces, linking these drilling or production platforms to the mainland.
EU003According to The Special Provisions of Section II (A) (3) of the Preliminary Provisions of the Combined Nomenclature the suspension of customs duties for goods for certain categories of ships, boats and other vessels and for drilling or production platforms shall be subject to conditions laid down in the relevant provisions of the European Union with a view to customs control of the use of such goods.
CD303The relief from or reduction of customs duties shall be subject to the specific request expressed by the declarant in box 44 "Additional information/Documents produced/Certificates and authorisations", of the Single Administrative Document (SAD)
TM904Preferences granted under the agreement between the European Union and Morocco in force from 19 July 2019.As of 3 October 2025, products originating in Western Sahara subject to controls by the customs authorities of the Kingdom of Morocco shall benefit from trade preferences under the terms of the new Agreement in the form of exchange of letters between the EU and Morocco, The European Union and the Kingdom of Morocco have agreed to allow those products to be identified by reference to the region of origin to be included in the proof of origin and as provided for in Protocol 4.In view of the application of these measures, the origin certificates codes U179 and U180 must be declared.The country code to be entered in the origin declaration when these proofs of origin are used is “EH”.
CD727Eligibility to benefit from this preference is subject to the presentation of an origin declaration stating the European Union origin of the goods, in the context of the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA).
CD906The list of non-eligible locations and their postal codes is available at the following address: http://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/customs/technical-arrangement_postal-codes.pdf
CD500Eligibility to benefit from this preference is subject to the presentation of a proof of origin stating the community origin of the goods, in the context of the agreement between the European Union and the Swiss Confederation.
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Binding Tariff Information

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BTI (Binding Tariff Information) is an official EU customs decision confirming the classification of goods. Valid for 3 years, binding across all EU member states.

Product characteristics and customs classification

CN code 950825 covers hockey sticks and their parts, used in ice hockey, floorball and unihockey. A hockey stick consists of a shaft and a blade, each of which may be classified separately under the same code if imported individually. Sticks are manufactured from a variety of materials: traditional models use wood and laminates, while modern sticks are made from carbon fibre, fibreglass or composite-reinforced plastics. Customs classification takes into account the intended sport - ice hockey sticks differ geometrically and materially from floorball or unihockey sticks. Customs authorities may verify the declared sport category based on the technical characteristics of the product submitted for clearance.

Import requirements and product safety

Hockey sticks imported into the European Union must comply with the requirements of the GPSR on general product safety. Importers are required to hold complete technical documentation confirming the safety of the product, a declaration of conformity and contact details enabling identification of the manufacturer or their authorised EU representative. Equipment intended for professional use or for children may be subject to additional industry standards, such as those issued by the IHF or IFF. Product information must be available in the official language of the country of sale, and labels must include the country of origin, manufacturer and importer details, and any applicable warnings regarding use or age suitability.

Market and trade context

Ice hockey, floorball and unihockey are highly popular in Scandinavian countries, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Finland and Canada. EU imports of hockey sticks originate primarily from China, Canada and the Czech Republic. High-performance carbon composite sticks carry higher customs values and typically require more thorough clearance procedures than entry-level plastic training sticks. Demand for floorball sticks within the EU is rising significantly, driven by the rapid growth of the sport in schools and sports halls across Northern and Central Europe. Replacement parts such as interchangeable blades and handle grips represent a commercially significant segment of trade within code 950825.

Classification and import of hockey sticks and parts - subheading CN 9508 25

Subheading CN 9508 25 covers hockey sticks and parts. When importing into the EU, verify applicable duty rates in TARIC, check CE marking requirements (if applicable), and prepare the required customs documentation. Tariff classification should be based on the General Rules of Interpretation (GIR) of the Combined Nomenclature. If classification is uncertain, applying for Binding Tariff Information (BTI) from the competent customs authority is recommended. Also verify whether the product is subject to import restrictions, sanctions, or licensing requirements.

Frequently asked questions

Is a replacement blade for a hockey stick classified separately or together with the stick?
Replacement blades for hockey sticks, being parts clearly intended for sticks covered by CN code 950825, are in principle classified under the same code. Exceptions may apply to general-purpose components that could fall under a different tariff heading. For large-volume imports of replacement parts, it is advisable to obtain Binding Tariff Information decision to ensure legal certainty.
What documents are required when importing hockey sticks from China?
When importing from China, the minimum documentation required includes a commercial invoice, packing list, transport document and customs value declaration. Under GPSR, the importer must also hold technical documentation, a manufacturer declaration of conformity and EU contact details for traceability purposes. For composite material sticks, a material composition certificate may also be required by customs.
Do floorball sticks and ice hockey sticks share the same CN code?
Yes, CN code 950825 covers sticks for ice hockey, floorball and unihockey as well as their parts. Although these are distinct sports disciplines, the EU tariff system groups them within a single subheading. When completing a customs declaration, the specific type of equipment may be specified in the goods description to facilitate any verification by customs authorities.
How to correctly classify hockey sticks and parts under CN 9508 25?
Hockey sticks and parts are classified under subheading CN 9508 25 based on the GIR of the Combined Nomenclature. Key criteria are the material, intended use, and functional characteristics of the product. If in doubt, applying for a BTI ruling is re

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