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SITCSection 8
U.S. imports of ski boots & cross-country ski footwear with leather uppers (SITC 85122) totaled $66K in April 2026, traded with 39 countries.
Importers of Ski Boots & Cross-Country Ski Footwear with Leather Uppers paid $7K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 11% on $66K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Ski Boots & Cross-Country Ski Footwear with Leather Uppers imports of $66K in April 2026 ran 42% below the year-to-date monthly average of $113K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataLeather uppers combined with outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather, or composition leather define this ski footwear heading, which today captures a niche but commercially distinct segment — primarily traditional Nordic leather ski boots and some telemark footwear. While modern alpine ski boots have largely migrated to all-plastics construction, leather-upper ski boots retain a following in telemark, backcountry, and traditional Nordic disciplines where flex and breathability are valued. Classification here requires that the upper be genuinely leather; ski boots with synthetic leather or textile uppers fall under different headings. The relatively low import volume compared to the plastics ski boot heading reflects the niche market position of leather ski footwear.
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Classification is based on the outer upper material, not the lining. If the external upper surface is leather, the boot classifies here regardless of the interior lining material. However, if the outer surface is a combination of leather and synthetic panels, the essential character of the upper — determined by the predominant surface area — governs classification.
Randonnée (AT) ski boots are designed for alpine ski binding systems and are generally classified as ski boots. If the uppers are leather, they would fall under this heading. However, some lightweight backcountry boots blur the line with hiking boots, and CBP may look to binding compatibility and the manufacturer's marketing as evidence of the article's primary purpose.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED KINGDOM | $2K | $108K | +$106K |
| BERMUDA | -- | $75K | +$75K |
| URUGUAY | -- | $47K | +$47K |
| SPAIN | $23K | -- | -$23K |
| JAPAN | $14K | -- | -$14K |
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