Textile Heel Counter
A stiff textile-reinforced component inserted into the heel area of boots to provide structure and prevent slippage. This is a part of footwear of textile materials, excluding outer soles or trimmings, classified under tariff item 6406.90.90.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5% | — | 5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5% | — | 5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the heel counter is part of a complete upper
Complete uppers are classified separately.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the heel counter is not attached to an outer sole
• Describe its reinforcing function
• Provide material composition for CBSA classification
Related Products under Tariff item 6406.90.90
Adidas Polyester Heel Counter
A stiff polyester textile counter inserted into the heel area of sneakers to provide structure and support. This is a reinforcement part of footwear made of man-made textile fibers, classified under tariff item 6406.90.90.
Asics Polyester Footbed Insert
Removable polyester textile footbed for trail running shoes, offering arch support. This is a removable insole of man-made textile fibers, classified under tariff item 6406.90.90.
Birkenstock Nylon Arch Support Sleeve
Nylon sleeve for arch pieces in sandals, providing support and structure. This is a part of footwear of man-made textile fibers, classified under tariff item 6406.90.90.
Canvas Quarter Panel
Pre-cut canvas textile panels designed for the quarter (side upper) section of canvas sneakers. These panels are unattached to soles and serve as parts of footwear uppers, falling under tariff item 6406.90.90 as 'other' parts of footwear.
Converse Polyester Lace Stay
Polyester textile reinforcement stays around eyelets for high-top sneakers, providing durability. These are parts of footwear uppers of man-made textile fibers, classified under tariff item 6406.90.90.
Fabric Vamp Lining
Soft textile lining material cut to shape for the vamp (front upper) of women's dress shoes, providing moisture-wicking comfort. These unattached upper parts of textile materials are classified under tariff item 6406.90.90 as other footwear parts.