Bauer Vapor Goalie Catcher's Mitt
The Bauer Vapor Goalie Catcher's Mitt, while styled for hockey, is described as mirroring softball catcher's mitts with plastic cuff and palm blocker made from thermoplastic polymers. If specifically for softball use, it falls under tariff item 3926.20.99 as an other article of apparel or clothing accessory of plastics.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the mitt is used for hockey or other sports
Sports equipment, including hockey gloves, is classified under Chapter 95, not as apparel.
If the mitt is non-disposable and not specifically designed for a particular sport
Non-disposable gloves and mittens of plastics are covered by this more specific subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the intended use of the mitt; if it is for hockey, it may be classified elsewhere, but if for softball, 3926.20.99 applies
• Provide CBSA with a product description and material breakdown to support classification
• Be aware that sports-specific equipment may fall under Chapter 95
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