Goatskin Cross-Country Ski Mittens from Japan
Soft goatskin mittens tailored for cross-country skiing, featuring a single-pocket design for warmth and dexterity with elastic cuffs for secure fit during long tours. Classified under HTS 4203.21.5500 for their leather construction and dedicated cross-country ski purpose, excluding general winter mittens.
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
• Document goatskin as 'composition leather' if processed; distinguish from synthetic substitutes to maintain Chapter 42 status
• Demonstrate sport-specific features via CAD drawings or prototypes showing lightweight touring design versus alpine ski gear
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial use, as retail sports packaging supports proper subheading classification