Adidas Harden Vol. 7 Basketball Shoes from China
Basketball shoes featuring synthetic upper and rubber outsole, mid-cut design covering the ankle for stability during play. Classified under HTS 6402.91.90.05 as basketball shoes valued over $12/pair with rubber/plastics materials dominant. Not sports footwear due to absence of spikes or cleats as per subheading note.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40%
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
• Document ankle coverage with photos/specs to distinguish from low-tops
• Use detailed invoices showing value >$12/pair
• Watch for textile reinforcements not altering primary material per note 4