Coir Casual Sports Shoes
Coir (coconut fiber) uppers on casual sports shoes with rubber/plastic soles featuring textile ground-contact surface (ignored via US Note 5). Classified HTS 6404.11.51.90 as low-value other sports footwear. Versatile for light athletic activity.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If uppers contain ≥50% leather by surface area
Upper material dominance shifts to leather per Chapter Note 4(a).
If valued $3-$12/pair
Enters next value bracket for textile upper sports footwear.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document coir fiber sourcing; common in tropical imports prone to inspection
• Use adhesive tests if questioned on sole attachments affecting material area
• Avoid bulk packaging mimicking parts; classify as finished footwear
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