Salomon S/Pro HV 130 Ski Boots from Japan
High-performance ski boots designed for alpine skiing with a rigid shell made predominantly of plastic and rubber outer sole for secure binding attachment. Classified under HTS 6402.12.00.00 as ski-boots per subheading note 1(b), featuring a hard plastic upper and specialized sole for skiing. The external surface area of plastics dominates the upper.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the boots qualify as ski-boots under subheading note 1(b) with documentation showing design for skiing and binding compatibility
• Provide material composition certificates confirming plastics/rubber as dominant upper and sole materials per chapter note 4
• Avoid misclassification as general sports footwear (6402.19); include product specs and user manuals