Asics Gel-Kayano 30 Training Shoes from China
Versatile training shoes with plastic uppers and rubber soles providing stability for gym workouts and cross-training. Classified in HTS 6402.99.90.05 for training shoes valued over $12/pair, featuring rubber/plastics materials visible externally per Chapter Notes 3 and 4. Not sports footwear lacking specialized attachments.
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
• Conduct surface area analysis for uppers; minor reinforcements ignored but document methodology
• Include user manual or marketing materials proving 'training shoe' function to avoid general footwear shift
• Watch for textile inner linings; only external visible layers count for rubber/plastics classification