9506.69.20.40 - Baseballs

This HTS classification covers baseballs, which are specifically designed and used for the sport of baseball. These balls are characterized by their construction, typically a cork or rubber core, wound tightly with yarn, and encased in a leather cover stitched together. The dimensions, weight, and construction of baseballs are subject to specific sporting regulations that differentiate them from other types of balls.

This category is distinct from its sibling HTS code 9506.69.20.80, which is designated for softballs. While both are used in bat-and-ball games, softballs are generally larger and softer than baseballs, with differences in their core construction and outer covering that affect their play characteristics. Classification hinges on these precise physical attributes and intended sporting use.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS classification system, there are no further subdivisions under HTS code 9506.69.20.40. Therefore, the focus for classification within this code is solely on identifying items that meet the specific criteria for baseballs, as opposed to softballs or other types of balls that fall under broader categories within heading 9506.