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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇲🇽Mexico7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇨🇦Canada7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇩🇪Germany7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇯🇵Japan7.5%+10.0%17.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6405.10.00Higher: 27.5% vs 17.5%

If uppers contain ≥50% leather by surface area

Upper material dominance shifts to leather per Chapter Note 4(a).

6404.11Same rate: 17.5%

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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