Unisex Casual Work Sneakers

Basic high-top sneakers with rubber soles and plastic-coated canvas uppers for light daily use. Under HTS 6402.91.70.90 as other non-sports footwear valued $3-$6.50/pair with ankle coverage. Visible plastics layer qualifies per Chapter Note 3(a).

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China37.5%+10.0%47.5%
🇲🇽Mexico37.5%+10.0%47.5%
🇨🇦Canada37.5%+10.0%47.5%
🇩🇪Germany37.5%+10.0%47.5%
🇯🇵Japan37.5%+10.0%47.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6403.91.30Lower: 22.5% vs 47.5%

If uppers predominantly leather

Chapter Note 4(a) uses greatest external surface for material; leather uppers shift to 6403.

6402.12.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 47.5%

If designed for sports with cleat provisions

Subheading Note 1 defines sports footwear by features like spikes, excluding casual designs.

6404.19.90.90Lower: 26.5% vs 47.5%

If textile uppers without plastics layer and for sports

Pure textile sports footwear in 6404; lacks rubber/plastics visibility for 6402.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Measure upper surface area excluding reinforcements; retain photos for customs review

Avoid bundling with accessories that could trigger parts classification under 6406

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