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Men's Leather Soccer Cleats from Mexico

These soccer cleats feature a full leather upper and rubber outer sole with molded studs designed for traction on grass fields. Classified under HTS 6403.19.40.90 as sports footwear for men with leather uppers, not fitting specific subcategories like basketball or golf shoes. The cleats provide attachment points for studs, meeting the sports footwear definition.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

14.3%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify leather upper exceeds 50% external surface area per Chapter Note 4(a); provide lab tests if contested

• Document sports design with cleat provisions to avoid reclassification to casual leather shoes

• Ensure accurate gender sizing labeling to stay in men's/youths/boys category