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Rubber Punching Ball for Children from Japan

An inflatable rubber punching ball with stand, designed for safe indoor boxing play for ages 3-12. It qualifies for HTS 9503.00.0013 as a punchball of rubber, importer-labeled for children's use in that age range under CPSIA definitions. Encourages physical activity with soft, bouncy surface.

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

• Submit third-party lab test reports for heavy metals and small parts; punching toys face strict scrutiny

• Declare exact age range on invoice and packaging to match the 3-12 years subheading precisely

• Watch for combo sets—punchballs sold with gloves may require set classification review