Bauer Vapor X5.0 Ice Hockey Skates from China
These are high-performance ice hockey skates with a composite quarter package and stainless steel runner for optimal speed and control on the ice. They feature permanently attached boots designed specifically for hockey players. Classified under HTS 9506.70.60.40 as ice skates with footwear permanently attached.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Verify that skates have footwear permanently attached to qualify under this subheading; detachable blades may shift classification
• Include detailed specs on boot material and blade type in commercial invoice to avoid customs reclassification
• Ensure compliance with CPSC safety standards for recreational sports equipment to prevent import delays