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Rawlings Heart of the Hide Baseball Glove from Japan

This premium baseball glove is crafted from full-grain cowhide leather, specially designed for baseball players with a deep pocket and flexible webbing for optimal ball control. It falls under HTS 4203.21.40.00 as a sports glove made of leather, specifically for baseball use, excluding catcher-specific mitts classified elsewhere. The reinforced palm and lacing enhance durability for game performance.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify leather content exceeds 50% by weight to qualify under Chapter 42; provide lab test reports if composition leather is used

• Include sports-specific design documentation to avoid reclassification as general gloves under 4203.29

• Check for prohibited fur linings per Chapter Note 2(b); declare any metal parts separately to prevent Chapter 71 shift