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Aglet-Tipped Hiking Laces from Japan

Heavy-duty polyester laces with reinforced metal aglets for hiking boots, ensuring secure lacing. Classified in HTS 6307.90.50 as footwear lacings, these are complete made-up products. Extra length accommodates high-top designs.

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

• Include aglet composition (e.g

• nickel-free) for REACH compliance

• Separate from boots in shipment to prevent set classification

• Quotas may apply; check visa requirements for polyester textiles