Rawlings Official Softball from Mexico

A 12-inch softball with raised seams, polyurethane cover, and cork center, certified for league play in fastpitch softball. Classified under HTS 9506.69.20 as a softball for athletic sports use. Its larger size and compression distinguish it from baseballs.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Include certification of 11-12 inch circumference and .44-.47 COR rating to substantiate softball classification

Ensure import declarations specify 'fastpitch softball' to prevent confusion with 16-inch clincher softballs

Watch for quotas on synthetic leather imports; source from approved suppliers