Unisex Plastic Casual Sneakers from Mexico

Affordable unisex sneakers featuring uppers primarily of synthetic plastic materials and rubber outer soles, designed for everyday casual wear. The upper's dominant external surface is plastic, with no leather or textile predominance, classifying them under 6402.99 as other footwear valued between $3-$6.50/pair. These are not sports or protective footwear per chapter notes.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

47.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Measure value per pair excluding shipping; ensure invoice specifies $3-$6.50 range to avoid reclassification to higher/lower subheadings

Conduct material surface area test per Note 4(a) to confirm plastic upper dominance; document with photos for CBP verification

Avoid common pitfall of mislabeling as 'sports footwear'; confirm no provisions for spikes/cleats per subheading note