Ramie Gym Sneakers from Japan
Casual gym sneakers with ramie fiber uppers and textile-heavy outer soles for ground contact. Valued $11/pair, these qualify under HTS 6404.11.81.90 as sports/training shoes meeting vegetable fiber upper and 'other' sole specifications.
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
• Use naked-eye test for upper materials; no color change allowance per chapter note
• Avoid bulk packaging mislabeled as parts; complete pairs must enter as footwear
• Declare exact value per pair; promotional sets can trigger average value issues