Adhesive Sisal Fiber Basketball Sneakers from Mexico
Affordable basketball-style sneakers using sisal vegetable fiber uppers and textile-heavy outer soles (textile greatest contact area, ignored under US note 5). Soles/midsoles glued exclusively, avoiding foxing/overlaps, valued $6/pair. Matches 6404.11.61.90 criteria for sports footwear with precise construction.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Supply cross-section diagrams proving adhesive affixation and textile sole coverage; CBP often requests for 'other' subcategory
• Avoid classifying as 'protective'—not for outdoor/waterproof use per US note; common error inflates value/duties
• Country-of-origin rules strict for fibers; ensure certificates for sisal sourcing to dodge transshipment claims