Carbon Fiber Racing Ski Poles from Japan
High-performance carbon fiber ski poles designed for competitive alpine skiing, featuring lightweight construction and diamond grip for speed. Classified in HTS 9506.19.80.40 due to their principal use with snow-skis. Includes replaceable tips for ice and powder.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide fiber content breakdown; carbon composites require precise documentation to prevent reclassification
• Check for anti-dumping duties on Chinese carbon fiber products; origin certificates are crucial
• Avoid bulk packaging pitfalls—retail-ready poles classify differently from industrial bulk