Men's Adidas Essential Mesh Training Shoes from Japan
Affordable men's training shoes with synthetic textile mesh uppers for ventilation and a rubber outsole featuring textile inserts covering most ground contact area (ignored per US note 5). Priced $5 per pair, classified in 6404.19.77.30 for non-vegetable textile uppers and specific sole specs. Suitable for gym workouts and daily wear.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Conduct surface area measurements per note 4 for uppers/sole to substantiate textile dominance
• Watch for common pitfalls like incomplete packing lists leading to delays in low-value footwear shipments
• Use HTS advisory rulings for borderline sole compositions to preempt CBP challenges