Asics Gel-Kayano 30 Stability Running Shoes

Advanced stability running shoes with rubber outsoles and engineered plastic mesh uppers, valued above $12/pair. HTS 6402.19.90.61 applies as sports footwear for running, where plastics/rubber constitute the majority upper and sole materials by surface area. Gel cushioning enhances sporting performance.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China9%+17.5%26.5%
🇲🇽Mexico9%+10.0%19%
🇨🇦Canada9%+10.0%19%
🇩🇪Germany9%+10.0%19%
🇯🇵Japan9%+10.0%19%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6402.91.42Higher: 30% vs 26.5%

If provides water protection via coated textile

US Note defines protective active footwear over $24/pair with water-resistant lamination.

6403.99.60Lower: 26% vs 26.5%

If upper material is leather blend >50% surface

Leather uppers (headings 4107/4112-14) take precedence over plastics per Chapter Note 4(a).

6406.10.77Higher: 28.7% vs 26.5%

If imported as outer sole parts only

Chapter Note 3 excludes finished parts like soles from heading 6406; only unfinished components.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include engineering drawings showing material dominance; reinforcements don't count per Note 4

Avoid common pitfall of undervaluing premium models—CBP uses transaction value strictly

Label country of origin clearly, as Asian manufacturing often needs origin verification

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