Asics Gel-Kayano 30 Stability Running Shoes from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
29%
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
• 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