Nike Vapor Edge Football from Japan
Elite synthetic football with aerodynamic panel design for NFL training. HTS 9506.62.4040 for inflatable footballs used in general physical exercise. Features sticky rubber zones.
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
• Provide NFL certification letters for high-end models to support duty rate claims
• Test for heavy metal content in synthetic covers per import regulations
• Use HTSUS advisory rulings for new grip technologies