Women's Pigskin Tennis Shoes from Japan
These women's tennis shoes feature uppers made primarily from pigskin leather, providing a soft and breathable fit ideal for court play. The outer soles are of rubber for superior grip and durability. Classified under HTS 6403.99.90.21 due to pigskin uppers, valuation over $2.50/pair, and design as tennis shoes for women, not qualifying as sports footwear with spikes.
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 pigskin upper material via lab testing or supplier certification, as upper material is determined by greatest external surface area
• Include detailed invoices showing value over $2.50/pair and specify 'for women' sizing to avoid reclassification
• Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as 'sports footwear' without spikes, which could shift to 6402.99