Fat Skis for Powder

Extra-wide skis (120mm+ waist) optimized exclusively for deep powder flotation and surfing snow. Classified HTS 9506.11.40 as other powder skis. Massive surface area prevents sinking.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.6%+17.5%20.1%
🇲🇽Mexico2.6%+10.0%12.6%
🇨🇦Canada2.6%+10.0%12.6%
🇩🇪Germany2.6%+10.0%12.6%
🇯🇵Japan2.6%+10.0%12.6%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9506.19Lower: 12.8% vs 20.1%

If fat skis with powder Rocker bindings

Complete powder systems classify under ski equipment.

3921.90Lower: 14.8% vs 20.1%

If primarily plastic fat ski prototypes

Prototype plastic skis without metal become plastic plates.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document extreme waist widths (120-140mm) and floatation testing

Specify powder-specific tip/tail volumes and setback designs

Avoid general 'freeride' labeling for powder-specific verification

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