Men's Adidas Ultraboost Training Shoes from Japan

Versatile gym trainers with plastic uppers and rubber outsoles optimized for cross-training and weightlifting. Classified in HTS 6402.19.50.31 as men's sports footwear valued $3-$6.50/pair, with rubber/plastics as primary materials per Chapter Notes 4(a)-(b).

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

42%

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

Document athletic design intent with manufacturer specs to avoid reclassification as casual wear

Measure upper surface area visually; reinforcements don't count per Chapter Note 4(a)

Avoid common pitfall of grouping pairs incorrectly for value calculation