Olympic Athlete's Track Spikes from Japan
Professional running spikes worn by international track athletes during Olympic competitions held in the US. These personal effects are imported by alien participants not for sale but for use in official events like the Olympics. Classified under 9817.60.00.00 as personal effects of athletes at international athletic events.
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
• Verify athlete's official accreditation and event participation documentation from organizing committee
• Include detailed inventory list certified by national Olympic committee; no commercial intent
• Export within event period to avoid duty liability; maintain temporary import records