Nike AirMax Sole Attaching Unit from Japan
Advanced automatic stitching system designed exclusively for bonding rubber soles to mesh uppers in AirMax sneakers. It employs pneumatic pressure and precision needles for durable seams in high-performance footwear. Falls under HTS 8452.21.10.00 due to its specialized automatic design for footwear sole-upper joining.
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
• Label equipment clearly as 'footwear sole-upper sewing machine' and provide OEM certification for tariff verification
• Ensure compliance with safety standards (CE marking) as industrial sewing machines face additional inspections