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HS Code Classification & Tax Details for "FOOTBALL" – A Comprehensive Guide

This document details the HS code classifications and associated tax implications for products declared as "FOOTBALL," based on the provided data. We'll break down each HS code, explain its meaning, and outline the relevant tax rates.

Important Note: Tax rates are subject to change. The information below is current as of the data provided and should be verified with official customs sources before import/export. The 2025.4.2 date refers to potential tariff changes effective April 2nd, 2025.

1. HS Code: 9506.62.40.40 – Inflatable Footballs & Soccer Balls

• Chapter 95: Toys, games and sports equipment; gymnastic or athletic articles. This chapter broadly covers items used for recreation and sports.
• 9506: Articles and equipment for general physical exercise, gymnastics, athletics, other sports (including table-tennis) or outdoor games, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; swimming pools and wading pools; parts and accessories thereof. This narrows down the category to specific sports equipment.
• 9506.62: Balls, other than golf balls and table-tennis balls. This further specifies the item as a ball used in sports, excluding golf and table tennis balls.
• 9506.62.40: Inflatable balls. This identifies the ball as being inflatable.
• 9506.62.40.40: Footballs and soccer balls. This is the most specific classification for inflatable footballs and soccer balls.

Tax Details:

• Basic Duty: 0.0%
• Additional Tariff: 7.5%
• Additional Tariff (Post April 2nd, 2025): 30%
• Total Tax: 37.5% (currently)

Considerations: This HS code is specifically for inflatable footballs and soccer balls. Ensure the product fully matches this description.

2. HS Code: 9506.99.20.00 – Other Football, Soccer & Polo Articles & Equipment (Excluding Balls)

• Chapter 95: (Same as above) Toys, games and sports equipment; gymnastic or athletic articles.
• 9506: (Same as above) Articles and equipment for general physical exercise, gymnastics, athletics, other sports (including table-tennis) or outdoor games, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; swimming pools and wading pools; parts and accessories thereof.
• 9506.99: Other articles and equipment. This covers items not specifically classified elsewhere within Chapter 95.
• 9506.99.20: Football, soccer and polo articles and equipment, except balls, and parts and accessories thereof. This specifically covers football, soccer, and polo equipment excluding the balls themselves.
• 9506.99.20.00: This is the most specific classification for these other articles.

Tax Details:

• Basic Duty: 0.0%
• Additional Tariff: 7.5%
• Additional Tariff (Post April 2nd, 2025): 30%
• Additional Tariff (Steel/Aluminum Products): 25%
• Total Tax: 62.5% (currently, potentially higher if steel/aluminum is used)

Considerations: This HS code is for items related to football, soccer, and polo but are not the balls themselves (e.g., training cones, goalposts, protective gear). Crucially, if the item contains steel or aluminum, the additional 25% tariff applies, increasing the total tax.

3. HS Code: 3926.20.30.00 – Sports Gloves, Mittens & Mitts (Other)

• Chapter 39: Plastics and articles thereof. This chapter covers products made from plastic.
• 3926: Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914. This covers a range of plastic articles.
• 3926.20: Articles of apparel and clothing accessories (including gloves, mittens and mitts). This narrows down the category to clothing accessories.
• 3926.20.30: Gloves, mittens and mitts. This specifies the item as gloves, mittens, or mitts.
• 3926.20.30.00: Other: Specially designed for use in sports. This identifies the gloves, mittens, or mitts as being specifically designed for sports use.

Tax Details:

• Basic Duty: 3.0%
• Additional Tariff: 25.0%
• Additional Tariff (Post April 2nd, 2025): 30%
• Total Tax: 58.0%

Considerations: This HS code applies to gloves, mittens, or mitts specifically designed for sports. Ensure the product is clearly identifiable as sports equipment.

4. HS Code: 4016.95.00.00 – Other Inflatable Rubber Articles

• Chapter 40: Rubber and articles thereof. This chapter covers products made from rubber.
• 4016: Other articles of vulcanized rubber other than hard rubber. This covers a range of rubber articles.
• 4016.95: Other inflatable articles. This narrows down the category to inflatable rubber articles.
• 4016.95.00.00: This is the most specific classification for these other inflatable rubber articles.

Tax Details:

• Basic Duty: 4.2%
• Additional Tariff: 7.5%
• Additional Tariff (Post April 2nd, 2025): 30%
• Total Tax: 41.7%

Considerations: This HS code applies to inflatable articles made of rubber, excluding those specifically classified elsewhere.

Recommendations:

• Material Verification: Carefully verify the material composition of the "FOOTBALL" to ensure accurate HS code classification.
• Detailed Description: Provide a detailed description of the product to customs officials, including its intended use and material composition.
• Pricing Accuracy: Ensure the declared single price is accurate, as this can impact tariff calculations.
• Certification: Depending on the specific product and destination country, you may need to provide certifications (e.g., safety standards, material composition). Check the import regulations of the destination country.
• 2025 Tariff Changes: Be aware of the potential tariff changes effective April 2nd, 2025, and factor them into your cost calculations.

Disclaimer: This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute professional customs advice. Always consult with a qualified customs broker or consultant for specific import/export requirements.