Baden Perfection Softball
A high-performance 12-inch fastpitch softball with a full-grain steer hide cover, maximum compression, and raised seams for advanced play. It is designed for competitive international softball and falls under tariff item 9506.69.00 as an 'other' ball used in outdoor sports and athletics.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the softball is imported as part of a sports equipment set with other items.
Sets of sports equipment may be classified under a different tariff item if they meet the criteria for a set.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the softball is declared as a sports ball under HS code 9506.69.00 to avoid misclassification
• Keep proof of origin if claiming preferential tariff treatment under a free trade agreement
• Verify that the product meets Canadian safety standards for sports equipment
Related Products under Tariff item 9506.69.00
Diamond DOL-1 Baseball
An official league baseball with pro-grade leather, 108 red-rose stitches, and a cushioned cork core, designed for Pony and Baseball leagues. It is a standard athletic baseball used in tournaments and falls under tariff item 9506.69.00 as an 'other' ball for sports.
Dudley Thunder Softball
An 11-inch slowpitch softball with an optic yellow raised-seam cover made of polyurethane over a poly core, designed for adult recreational leagues. It falls under tariff item 9506.69.00 as an 'other' ball used in outdoor sports and athletics.
Easton 16-inch Clincher Softball
A 16-inch clincher softball with a fabric cover and flat seams, traditionally used for Chicago-style 16-inch slowpitch no-glove play. It is a specialized softball variant for outdoor athletic games and falls under tariff item 9506.69.00 as an 'other' ball.
Erbauer Youth Softball
A 10-inch youth fastpitch softball with a synthetic leather cover and low compression, designed for ages 8-12. It is a developmental softball for athletic training and falls under tariff item 9506.69.00 as an 'other' ball for sports.
Franklin Sports Teeball
A regulation youth teeball with an optic yellow cover and softer core, designed for ages 4-7 transitioning to machine pitch. It is a baseball variant for early athletic training and falls under tariff item 9506.69.00 as an 'other' ball.
Louisville Slugger Baseball
A premium game-use baseball with select grade cowhide, red stitching, and a premium cork/rubber pill for tournament play. It is a baseball for general sports exercise and falls under tariff item 9506.69.00 as an 'other' ball.