Salomon RC8 eSkin Cross-Country Skis from China
Salomon's RC8 eSkin skis incorporate digital skin technology with pre-glued skins for kick-and-glide performance on classic cross-country tracks. At 198 cm, they feature a nomad base and karuba wood core for durability. Classified under HTS 9506.11.20.00 for cross-country skis, excluding those for high-speed descents.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include technical drawings showing wax pocket and skin integration to confirm cross-country design
• Avoid bundling with NNN bindings if sold separately to prevent set classification issues
• Document trail-specific flex pattern (softer than alpine) for accurate tariff placement