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Slalom Water Skis for Competition from Japan

High-performance single slalom water ski with fin and high-wrap bindings, constructed from carbon fiber for professional use. Precisely matches HTS 9506.29.0020 as dedicated water skis for athletic training.

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

• Include certifications from waterski federations to validate athletic use and prevent generic classification

• Declare exact dimensions and materials; carbon fiber skis often scrutinized for composite duties

• Ship in protective retail boxes to affirm retail sale as complete units, not components

Slalom Water Skis for Competition from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 9506.29.00.20