Men's Salomon S/Pro HV 120 Ski Boots from Japan
High-performance alpine ski boots featuring a leather upper with welt construction for secure boot binding attachment, outer sole of rubber or plastics for grip on snow. Classified under HTS 6403.12.30.00 as welt ski-boots with leather uppers per Chapter Note 4(a), designed specifically for downhill skiing as sports footwear.
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
• Verify welt construction and leather upper surface area >50% via lab testing to confirm HTS 6403.12.30.00
• Provide manufacturer specs proving ski-boot design with binding compatibility
• Watch for reclassification if sold without bindings as non-sports footwear