Leather-Accented Textile Basketball Shoes
High-top basketball shoes featuring a textile mesh upper with over 50% external surface area covered by genuine leather reinforcements on the toe, sides, and ankle collar. The outer sole is made of rubber for optimal court traction. Classified under 6404.11.20.71 as sports footwear with predominantly leather upper surface despite textile base material.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If leather surface area is 50% or less
Falls to 'other' textile uppers when leather does not dominate external surface per note 4(a).
If not qualifying as sports footwear
Non-sports athletic shoes with textile uppers and rubber soles go to Chapter 64 heading 6402.
If sold as protective active footwear for hiking/trail
Water-resistant trail shoes valued over $24/pair with coated textiles classify under 6403 per US note.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify leather content exceeds 50% external surface area per Chapter Note 4(a), documenting measurements and material certifications
• Provide supplier affidavits confirming leather from headings 4107 or 4112-4114 to avoid reclassification as non-leather
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