Molten V5M5000 Competition Volleyball from Japan
Molten V5M5000 is a FIVB-approved competition volleyball with a micro-dimpled synthetic leather surface for better grip and reduced slip. The hand-stitched panels and nylon wound butyl bladder provide superior air retention. HTS 9506.62.8040 applies to this inflatable ball designed for indoor volleyball matches.
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 FIVB approval documentation at entry to confirm classification; ensure valve and inflation specs match volleyball standards
• Avoid pitfall of declaring as 'soccer ball' due to similar size