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Spalding NFL Pee Wee Football

Youth-sized synthetic leather football for pee wee leagues, softer for young players. Falls under HTS 9506.62.4040 as an inflatable football for athletic training. Official pee wee size with soft grip technology.

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 under 8 inches with toy-like colors and branding

Balls principally used in play as toys rather than sports training classify in 9503.

9506.69.60Higher: 24.9% vs 20%

If non-inflatable foam training football

Solid foam or rubber footballs without inflatable bladder fall under other balls subheading.

3926.90.99Higher: 25.3% vs 20%

If imported as PVC inflatable bladder only

Separate components not assembled as complete balls classify as other plastic articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Label clearly as 'youth football equipment' to distinguish from toys and ensure correct heading 9506

• Provide lab tests for PVC content and air retention to support inflatable ball classification

• Avoid generic packaging that could lead to reclassification as general rubber toys