Hydroguard Running Shoes

Running shoes with Hydroguard coated textile uppers for water repellency and rubber soles optimized for trails. Classified in HTS 6402.99.32.90 as protective active footwear for running/trail use, >$24/pair, meeting water protection via coated fabric. Rubber outer sole has greatest ground contact.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China20%+17.5%37.5%
🇲🇽Mexico20%+10.0%30%
🇨🇦Canada20%+10.0%30%
🇩🇪Germany20%+10.0%30%
🇯🇵Japan20%+10.0%30%

Alternative Classifications

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

6402.99.90Same rate: 37.5%

If valued at or below $24/pair

Drops to other protective or general categories if value threshold not met.

6404.19.90.90Lower: 26.5% vs 37.5%

If textile upper predominant without coating

Textile uppers (greatest surface) with plastics soles go to 6404 if no visible plastics layer.

6406.10.77.00Lower: 28.7% vs 37.5%

If imported as uppers only

Uppers separate from soles are parts in 6406.10, not complete footwear.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include manufacturer specs on coating visibility to naked eye for plastics classification per chapter note 3

Watch for undervaluation claims; provide invoices proving >$24/pair for this subheading

Avoid common error of classifying as casual shoes if trail lugs present

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Gore-Tex Trail Running Shoes

These trail running shoes feature a laminated textile upper with Gore-Tex membrane for waterproof protection and an outer sole of rubber with aggressive lugs for ground contact. Classified under HTS 6402.99.32.90 as protective active footwear for trail running, valued over $24/pair, providing water protection via coated textile per subheading note. The rubber dominates the outer sole surface area in contact with the ground.

Laminated Trekking Shoes

Low-profile trekking shoes with laminated textile uppers for waterproofing and durable rubber outsoles for trail traction. Under HTS 6402.99.32.90 for protective active footwear designed for trekking, valued >$24/pair with water protection via lamination. Plastics/rubber upper and sole per chapter notes.

All-Terrain Waterproof Sneakers

Versatile all-terrain sneakers featuring waterproof laminated uppers and grippy rubber soles for hiking/running. HTS 6402.99.32.90 applies as protective active footwear for outdoor activities, over $24/pair with coated textile water protection. Rubber sole material per note 4(b).

Stormproof Trail Runners

Stormproof trail running shoes with coated textile uppers and rugged rubber outsoles for wet conditions. Meets HTS 6402.99.32.90 for protective active footwear valued >$24/pair with water protection from coating. Plastics/rubber visible externally.

Hydrophilic Trekking Sneakers

Lightweight trekking sneakers with hydrophilic coated uppers for breathable water resistance and rubber trail soles. Classified HTS 6402.99.32.90 as protective active over $24/pair for trekking, water protection via coated textile per note.

Waterproof Hiking Boots

Mid-cut hiking boots with coated textile uppers for water resistance and rubber outer soles designed for rugged terrain grip. Fits HTS 6402.99.32.90 as protective active footwear for hiking, over $24/pair, with water protection from laminated fabric per note. Rubber sole material has the largest ground-contact area.