Goat Leather Batting Gloves from Japan
Supple goat leather baseball/softball batting gloves with vented backs and sticky palms for bat control during at-bats. HTS 4203.21.80 applies to these as other leather sports mitts essential for player safety and performance. Popular among MLB players and youth leagues.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide batting-specific performance test data to differentiate from general work gloves
• Monitor for phthalate content in any synthetic palm treatments, subject to CPSIA for youth sizes
• Use individual retail packaging to maintain apparel accessory status vs. bulk athletic gear