12-inch Official Softball from China
A standard 12-inch softball with raised seams, cork core, and leather cover designed for fastpitch softball leagues. It meets specifications for official play in high school and college competitions. Classified under HTS 9506.69.20.80 as a softball for general physical exercise and sports.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify ball circumference (11-12 inches) and weight (6.25-7 oz) to confirm softball classification over baseball
• Require COR (Coefficient of Restitution) certification documentation for official vs recreational variants
• Label with material composition to avoid misclassification as toy balls under Chapter 95 heading 9503