Adidas Ultraboost Light Textile Training Shoes from Japan

Training shoes with engineered mesh textile uppers and Continental rubber outer soles for gym and cross-training. Classified in 6404.11.89.90 as they meet sports footwear criteria for training shoes, with value $6.50-$12/pair and rubber sole dominant.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

30%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Document textile upper as having greatest external surface area, excluding reinforcements like ankle patches (Chapter Note 4(a))

Avoid common pitfall of classifying based on brand name; focus on design for sporting activity

Use detailed photos in entry documentation showing sole-ground contact area is rubber