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Louisville Slugger MLB Prime Wood Baseball Bat from Germany

This professional-grade wood baseball bat is crafted from maple or ash for optimal performance in baseball games. It falls under HTS 9506.99.1500 as a baseball article and equipment, specifically excluded from balls. Designed for hitting pitched balls with precise balance and durability.

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

• Verify wood species compliance with Lacey Act declarations to prevent seizures at customs

• Include detailed invoices specifying bat dimensions and material for accurate classification

• Avoid misclassification as general sporting goods by highlighting baseball-specific design features