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Hammer Black Widow 2.0 Bowling Ball

Hammer Black Widow 2.0 features a legendary solid reactive coverstock for versatile lane play in ten-pin bowling. Under HTS 9504.90.90.40, it qualifies as a standard bowling ball due to its regulation size, weight holes, and sporting purpose. Excludes coin-operated or automatic variants.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+20.0%20%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9503.00.00Lower: 12.5% vs 20%

If soft foam construction for kids

Foam play balls are toys under 9503, not sports gear.

8543.70Lower: 15.1% vs 20%

If embedded with electronic sensors for training

Smart balls with electrical components shift to Chapter 85.

9506.99.60Higher: 24% vs 20%

If bundled with miniature pins for home games

Retail sets gain parlor game classification under 9506.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Include weight verification certificates (8-16 lbs) for customs validation

• Separate from pins or lanes in shipments to maintain 'ball-only' status

• Register with USBC if claiming pro-grade to support tariff defense