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Dudley Thunder Softball from Germany

11-inch slowpitch softball with optic yellow raised-seam cover made of polyurethane over a poly core. Falls under HTS 9506.69.20 as a softball for outdoor sports and athletics. Designed for adult recreational leagues.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Specify slowpitch vs fastpitch in commercial invoices to match correct subheading

• Test for compression (COR .52 max) compliance if challenged by customs

• Use HTS advisory opinions for hybrid balls used in multiple sports