Nike Flex Run 2017 Budget Trainers from Japan
Entry-level running shoes with engineered textile upper and EVA/rubber sole bonded solely by adhesive, lacking foxing bands. Priced at $5.50/pair for retail gym and training, classified under HTS 6404.11.69.90 for sports footwear meeting exact construction specs.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Conduct material surface area tests for upper (textile dominant) as per Chapter Note 4(a)
• Avoid common pitfall of undervaluation declarations which trigger CBP audits
• Include country-of-origin markings visible on finished footwear