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Rubber Treaded Running Shoe Sole

A molded rubber outer sole for athletic running shoes, featuring aggressive tread patterns for traction. It is a detached outer sole made entirely of rubber, qualifying as a footwear part under heading 64.06.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6402.19.10Higher: 17.5% vs Free

If the sole is attached to a sports shoe upper

Complete sports footwear with rubber soles falls under heading 64.02.

4016.99.90Higher: 6.5% vs Free

If the sole is a general rubber article

Other rubber articles may fall under chapter 40 if not footwear parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure the rubber is vulcanized and not hard rubber, which may be classified elsewhere

• Keep the sole separate from uppers in customs declarations

• Provide tread specifications to confirm it is for footwear, not other uses