Carbon Fiber Cycling Helmet from Japan
A lightweight bicycle helmet with a carbon fiber shell, designed for racing and high-performance cycling safety. It falls under this tariff item as headgear made of advanced composite materials, which are not classified as rubber or plastics and are not otherwise specified in the chapter.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
12.5%
Import Tips
• Confirm the helmet meets Canadian safety standards (e.g
• CSA or CPSC) to avoid CBSA detention
• Provide a detailed material breakdown showing the carbon fiber content, as misclassification as plastic could lead to penalties
• Ensure the helmet is not a motorcyclist's helmet, which falls under a different heading