Men's Leather-Patched Hiking Sneakers from Japan
Low-top hiking sneakers for men with a nylon textile upper featuring extensive leather patches on the toe, quarter, and vamp covering over 50% of the external surface, with a rubber outer sole for traction. Per Chapter 64 Note 4(a), the leather patches are considered part of the upper's material, making leather the dominant constituent. They are not sports footwear as defined in Subheading Note 1, lacking spikes or specific sports design.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
Import Tips
• Verify that the leather patches are not merely accessories or reinforcements excluded by Note 4(a); they must be integral to the upper's surface
• Document the surface area breakdown with technical drawings or supplier declarations for CBSA audits
• If the sneakers have a lug sole designed for hiking, confirm they do not meet the sports footwear definition to avoid reclassification