Basketball
An official size 7 basketball with pebbled synthetic leather surface and nylon windings for indoor/outdoor use in basketball games. Classified in HTS 9506.69.60 as other sports balls for athletics and outdoor games, excluding golf and table-tennis.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4.9% | +20.0% | 24.9% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4.9% | +10.0% | 14.9% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 4.9% | +10.0% | 14.9% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If mini-sized (under 24 inches) and marketed for kids' play
Smaller balls lacking professional sports specs are often toys under 9503, not athletic equipment.
If specifically for lawn tennis (tennis balls)
Tennis balls have dedicated subheading 9506.11 due to pressurized felt construction.
If featuring artificial horsehair bristles instead of pebbling
Balls with specific bristle materials may shift to imitation bristles classification.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify compliance with NBA or FIBA size/weight specs (29.5 inches circumference) for accurate HTS placement
• Label bounce height and air retention properties to differentiate from casual play balls
• Watch for misdeclaration as toys if packaged with children's hoops
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