Alpina BC 3050 Backcountry Binding from Japan
Alpina BC 3050 offers 50mm flex for off-track backcountry cross-country skiing, durable for deep snow touring. HTS 9506.12.4000 covers this as cross-country binding, not for payment-operated machines (9504.30).
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Highlight backcountry certification in invoices to distinguish from alpine; CBP often scrutinizes hybrid designs
• Batch imports in original retail packaging to qualify for set treatment if with skis
• Watch for material declarations if containing minor precious metals per Chapter Note 1