Carbon Fiber Snowshoes from Japan
High-performance snowshoes featuring a carbon fiber frame for reduced weight and enhanced durability, paired with hypalon decking. Falls under HTS 9506.99.5000 as snowshoes for athletic and outdoor exercise activities. Ideal for backcountry touring and mountaineering.
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 engineering drawings or photos showing binding and crampon integration to confirm classification as complete snowshoes
• Ensure labeling indicates 'for snow use only' to distinguish from multi-terrain athletic equipment
• Be aware of anti-dumping duties if sourced from certain manufacturers in non-market economies