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Medicine Ball from Japan

Weighted rubber ball used for strength training, core exercises, and athletic conditioning in gyms and sports. HTS 9506.99.60 covers it as other general physical exercise equipment. Varying weights from 4-30 lbs for progressive training.

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

• Certify weight capacity and burst resistance per CPSC standards

• Declare exact material (rubber/textile) to avoid fiber content disputes

• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial parts over retail exercise use