Wilson A1030 Baseball from Japan
A regulation leather baseball with raised seams, used for high school and college games, featuring a cushioned cork center and premium cowhide cover. Classified under HTS 9506.69.2040 due to its adherence to official baseball specifications for circumference, weight, and seam style.
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
• Label fiber content if synthetic yarn is used in core; declare leather source to comply with trade agreement preferences
• Provide lab test reports for bounce and compression to distinguish from softballs during customs inspection
• Avoid bulk packaging over 12 dozen per carton to prevent scrutiny as commercial vs retail goods