Volleyball from Japan
Regulation volleyball with hand-stitched synthetic leather panels and butyl bladder for beach or indoor play. It qualifies for HTS 9506.69.60 as an other ball used in general physical exercise and outdoor sports.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document panel count (18-panel standard) and weight (260-280g) to confirm athletic vs. recreational use
• Provide beach vs. indoor variant specs as they affect durability classification
• Avoid bulk packaging that could imply parts rather than finished goods