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Wilson NFL Official Football from Japan

The official football of the National Football League, featuring pebbled leather cover, deep laces, and butyl bladder for consistent grip and pressure. Classified under HTS 9506.62.40 as an inflatable football (American style) for competitive and casual play.

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

Provide NFL or NFHS approval docs to support authentic sports equipment classification

Measure circumference (21-22 inches for official size) and ensure prolate spheroid shape

Avoid mislabeling as soccer ball; distinct laces and shape prevent confusion