Canvas Sneakers with Plastic Upper
Low-top casual sneakers featuring uppers constructed primarily from plastic-coated canvas, where over 90% of the external surface area is rubber or plastics per Chapter Note 4(a). The outer sole is also rubber or plastics. This classifies under 6402.99.31 as other footwear not having foxing or protective features.
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If featuring foxing or foxing-like band applied or molded at the sole overlapping the upper
Presence of foxing excludes from 6402.99.31 and moves to the 'except' category in 6402.99.90
If textile materials dominate the external surface area of the upper
Chapter Note 4(a) bases upper material on greatest external surface; textiles would classify under Chapter 64 heading 6404
If designed as protective footwear for outdoor activities like hiking, valued over $12/pair
Protective active footwear with water-resistant coated textiles falls under specific subheading 6402.91
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify upper material composition via lab testing to confirm >90% rubber/plastics external surface area, excluding reinforcements
• Provide detailed photos and material breakdowns in entry documentation to avoid misclassification as textile uppers
• Avoid common pitfall of foxing bands that could shift to 6402.99.90; ensure no sole-overlapping elements
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Kids' Rubber Mary Janes
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