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Custom Diabetic Foot Ulcer Healing Shoe from Japan

A precisely measured single shoe designed for diabetic patients with foot ulcers, featuring off-loading pressure relief and protective insole. Made to individual foot specifications following illness-related complications, it fits either foot and supports wound healing. Classified under HTS 9817.64.01 due to its custom-made nature and single presentation for medical support.

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

Submit medical documentation from podiatrist detailing the diabetic condition and specific custom measurements used in construction

Ensure invoice specifies 'single unit, made to measure for either foot' to meet statutory presentation requirements

Avoid common pitfall of importing matching pairs; must be demonstrably single units for duty-free medical classification