Motiv Venom Shock Bowling Ball from Japan
The Motiv Venom Shock is an asymmetric pearl reactive bowling ball engineered for heavy oil lanes, providing aggressive backend motion. It is classified in HTS 9504.90.90.40 as a bowling ball for manual ten-pin play, not automatic machinery. Core and coverstock are optimized for professional league standards.
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
• Document core/coverstock materials to confirm not a toy; customs flags lightweight balls
• Use ISF invoices specifying 'ten-pin bowling ball' to prevent reclassification
• Avoid bulk packing over 10 units per carton to sidestep 'automatic equipment' misconceptions