Adidas MLS Official Match Soccer Ball

This is the official match ball used in Major League Soccer games, made of synthetic leather panels thermally bonded for durability and flight stability. It falls under HTS 9506.62.40 as an inflatable soccer ball designed for professional and recreational play, meeting FIFA quality standards for size 5 balls.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

9506.62Same rate: 17.5%

If classified as rugby balls

Rugby balls have distinct oval shape and size, falling under separate subheading for inflatable balls.

9506.69.20Same rate: 17.5%

If not inflatable (solid rubber construction)

Non-inflatable balls like molded rubber ones are excluded from inflatable category.

4010Lower: 13.3% vs 17.5%

If for industrial or non-sports use

Plain rubber balls without sports-specific design classify as transmission belts or rubber articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify FIFA certification and size (typically 68-70 cm circumference) to confirm classification as a soccer ball

• Include detailed material composition (e.g

• PU leather, latex bladder) on invoices to avoid reclassification