New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v7 Trail Shoes from China
Trail running shoes featuring Vibram rubber outsoles and synthetic plastic uppers for rugged sports, valued over $12/pair. HTS 6402.19.90.61 covers this as other sports footwear, with notes confirming rubber sole contact and plastic upper dominance.
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
• Trail-specific treads prove sports use; distinguish from hiking boots
• Document foam/rubber composition to affirm plastics category
• Watch for bulk vs retail packaging affecting 'for sale' status