About HS Code 950669
This HS code serves as a residual category for all other types of balls not specifically classified elsewhere, meaning they are neither inflatable (950662), nor for lawn-tennis (950661), golf (950632), or table-tennis (part of 950640). This diverse group includes balls for sports like baseball, softball, cricket, billiards, bowling, and various playground or recreational balls. The international trade in these specialized balls is driven by the specific sporting cultures and recreational activities prevalent in different regions. Major importers vary widely depending on the sport, with countries like the United States and Japan for baseball, India and Australia for cricket, and European nations for billiards. Exporters often include countries with specialized manufacturing for specific materials like cork, leather, wood, or synthetic polymers, such as China, India, and Pakistan. Key trade considerations involve material composition, weight, size, and adherence to specific sport governing body standards. The market caters to both professional and amateur players across a multitude of niche sports.
Products Under This Code
Baseball balls, Softball balls, Cricket balls, Billiard balls, Bowling balls, Croquet balls, Petanque balls, Lacrosse balls
Real World Examples
Rawlings Official MLB Baseball, Kookaburra Turf Cricket Ball, Aramith Billiard Balls, Brunswick Bowling Ball, Franklin Sports Pickleball
Common Misclassification
This code is a "basket" category for balls, so it's crucial to ensure the ball is not inflatable (950662), a lawn-tennis ball (950661), a golf ball (950632), or a table-tennis ball (part of 950640) before classifying it here.
Products Classified Under 9506.69
Industry
This code belongs to the Toys & Sports Equipment industry.
Trade Overview
The United States, Japan, and India are significant importers, while China, India, and Pakistan are major exporters of these diverse types of balls.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 950669?
HS code 950669 covers: Balls; (other than inflatable or for lawn-tennis, golf or table-tennis). This HS code serves as a residual category for all other types of balls not specifically classified elsewhere, meaning they are neither inflatable (950662), nor for lawn-tennis (950661), golf (950632), or table-tennis (part of 950640). This diverse group includes balls for sports like baseball, softball, cricket, billiards, bowling, and various playground or recreational balls. The international trade in these specialized balls is driven by the specific sporting cultures and recreational activities prevalent in different regions. Major importers vary widely depending on the sport, with countries like the United States and Japan for baseball, India and Australia for cricket, and European nations for billiards. Exporters often include countries with specialized manufacturing for specific materials like cork, leather, wood, or synthetic polymers, such as China, India, and Pakistan. Key trade considerations involve material composition, weight, size, and adherence to specific sport governing body standards. The market caters to both professional and amateur players across a multitude of niche sports.
What products fall under HS code 950669?
Baseball balls, Softball balls, Cricket balls, Billiard balls, Bowling balls, Croquet balls, Petanque balls, Lacrosse balls
What are common misclassifications for HS code 950669?
This code is a "basket" category for balls, so it's crucial to ensure the ball is not inflatable (950662), a lawn-tennis ball (950661), a golf ball (950632), or a table-tennis ball (part of 950640) before classifying it here.
How is HS code 950669 structured?
HS code 950669 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (95) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (69) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.