Backcountry Skis from China
Lightweight skis for human-powered backcountry skiing with hybrid touring/freeride design. Classified HTS 9506.11.40 as other skis. Balances uphill efficiency with downhill performance.
Duty Rate — China → United States
22.6%
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
• Document weight (<1600g/ski) and touring-specific base patterns
• Specify tech binding compatibility without including bindings
• Avoid 'mountaineering' terms that trigger climbing equipment review