Adidas Ultraboost Cycling Shoes from Japan
Performance cycling shoes with rubber outer soles for pedaling grip and plastic uppers for breathability and support. Classified in HTS 6402.19.90 as sports footwear explicitly including cycling shoes per Subheading Note 1(b), valued over $12/pair. Rubber provides the dominant ground contact.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Confirm cycling-specific design (e.g
• cleat provision) via prototypes; CBP often challenges non-spiked sports claims
• Invoice must clearly state per-pair value over $12; aggregate shipments can trigger audits
• Retain supplier certifications for plastics/rubber composition to defend against leather misclassification