Nike Elite Competition Basketball

Premium inflatable basketball featuring Nike's Elite cover with pressure-relief channels for consistent bounce on hardwood courts. It qualifies for HTS 9506.62.8020 as an inflatable basketball optimized for professional athletic training and games.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.8%+17.5%22.3%
🇲🇽Mexico4.8%+10.0%14.8%
🇨🇦Canada4.8%+10.0%14.8%
🇩🇪Germany4.8%+10.0%14.8%
🇯🇵Japan4.8%+10.0%14.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

9506.62Same rate: 22.3%

If rugby balls

Oval shape and prolate design for rugby classify separately from spherical basketballs.

3926.90.99Higher: 22.8% vs 22.3%

If plastic-coated rather than rubber bladder inflatable

Primarily plastic construction without rubber bladder may go under other plastic articles.

9506.99.60Lower: 21.5% vs 22.3%

If beach/outdoor soft play version not for competitive use

Non-standard softer balls for casual play classify as other sports equipment.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use detailed photos and specs showing pebbling/grip patterns unique to basketballs for accurate HTS declaration

For high-volume imports, pre-apply for binding ruling on 'elite' vs standard to lock in classification