Men's Budget Running Shoes
Low-cost men's running shoes with synthetic plastic uppers and rubber outsoles optimized for basic athletic performance on tracks or pavement. Falls under HTS 6402.19.30.31 as inexpensive sports footwear (≤$3/pair) for men where rubber/plastics form the majority external surface of both components, excluding sports-specific attachments.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If outer sole primarily leather
Chapter Note 4(b) bases sole material on ground-contact area; leather dominance shifts to leather upper/sole sports footwear.
If uppers predominantly leather
Leather as primary upper material per Note 4(a) reclassifies to leather upper sports footwear valued ≤$2.50/pair.
If for occupational safety use
Protective or safety footwear designed for work environments falls outside general sports classification.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document sports design intent via manufacturer specs to justify classification; watch for sole wear tests proving durability against textile US note
• Avoid mixing shipments with higher-valued pairs to prevent average valuation issues
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Affordable men's sneakers featuring uppers and outer soles made primarily of rubber or plastics, designed for casual sports like jogging or gym use. Classified under HTS 6402.19.30.31 due to being sports footwear for men valued not over $3/pair, with plastics as the dominant material in both upper and sole per Chapter Note 4. Not designed for specific sporting activities requiring spikes or cleats.
Men's Plastic Gym Trainers
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Men's Cheap Soccer Sideline Shoes
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Men's Plastic Training Kicks
Economical men's athletic kicks for multi-sport training, constructed with rubber soles and plastic mesh uppers. Under HTS 6402.19.30.31 for men's sports footwear ≤$3/pair where plastics/rubber meet chapter note criteria for external visibility and surface area.
Men's Low-Cost Court Shoes
Budget men's shoes for basketball/volleyball courts with plastic uppers and rubber soles for indoor sports. HTS 6402.19.30.31 covers these as other sports footwear valued not over $3/pair for men, excluding specialized attachments.
Men's Plastic Track Spikes Alternative
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