6403.99.60.50/Men's Pigskin Basketball Shoes/Japan

Men's Pigskin Basketball Shoes from Japan

High-top basketball shoes featuring uppers made primarily from genuine pigskin leather, with rubber outer soles for traction on indoor courts. These qualify under HTS 6403.99.60.50 as they are gym-style shoes for men with pigskin uppers, not meeting sports footwear criteria due to lacking spikes or cleats. The pigskin provides durability and breathability ideal for athletic training.

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%

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Import Tips

• Verify pigskin upper via lab testing for tannage and surface area dominance per Chapter Note 4(a); declare accurately to avoid reclassification

• Include leather country-of-origin certificates and invoices detailing pigskin content to comply with U.S. leather import rules

• Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as 'other leather' if pigskin exceeds 50% external surface area