Adidas Ultraboost Light Training Shoes from Japan
Lightweight training shoes with Primeknit textile uppers for flexibility and a Continental rubber outer sole for durability. Classified under HTS 6404.11.90.80 as 'other' sports footwear like gym or training shoes, valued over $12/pair, with textile dominating the upper's external surface. They support multi-directional movements in gym settings without specialized sports attachments.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Label fiber content accurately as textile uppers require it; mismatches lead to penalties
• Document country of origin assembly to claim preferential tariffs if applicable
• Avoid classifying as 'protective' without water-resistant coating proof, per US note