Women's Nike Air Zoom Pegasus Running Shoes from China
These women's running shoes feature uppers constructed almost entirely of synthetic mesh and rubber overlays, exceeding 90% rubber or plastics external surface area. The outer sole is rubber for traction. Classified under HTS 6402.19.15.41 as women's sports footwear with predominantly rubber/plastic uppers, not meeting sports footwear exceptions like foxing bands.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify upper material composition via lab testing to confirm >90% rubber/plastics external surface area, excluding reinforcements
• Provide detailed footwear construction diagrams and material specs in entry documentation to avoid reclassification
• Ensure 'sports footwear' claim aligns with design for sporting activity; mislabeling leads to audits