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Adjustable Rear Entry Ski Binding from Japan

A rear-entry ski binding with adjustable heel and toe mechanisms for freestyle or all-mountain skiing. Classified under HTS 9506.12.8000 as other ski bindings for snow-ski equipment used in athletics and exercise.

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

• Label with DIN release range and boot sole compatibility to meet safety import standards

• Avoid classifying as golf equipment parts; include usage declaration for snow skiing

• Bundle with invoices showing retail vs industrial quantities to prevent bulk part misclassification