With uppers of vegetable fibers and having outer soles with textile materials having the greatest surface area in contact with the ground, but not taken into account under the terms of additional U.S. note 5 to this chapter
Footwear with outer soles of rubber, plastics, leather or composition leather and uppers of textile materials: > Footwear with outer soles of rubber or plastics: > Sports footwear; tennis shoes, basketball shoes, gym shoes, training shoes and the like: > Other: > Valued over $3 but not over $6.50/pair: > Other: > With uppers of vegetable fibers and having outer soles with textile materials having the greatest surface area in contact with the ground, but not taken into account under the terms of additional U.S. note 5 to this chapter
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Products classified under HTS 6404.11.71
Canvas Tennis Shoes with Jute Upper
Low-top tennis shoes featuring uppers made primarily from vegetable fibers like jute canvas, paired with outer soles where textile materials dominate the ground-contact surface area. Valued between $3 and $6.50 per pair, these qualify under HTS 6404.11.71 as sports footwear with textile uppers and soles not qualifying under U.S. note 5 for durability. The vegetable fiber upper provides breathability ideal for casual athletic use.
Basketball Sneakers with Ramie Canvas Upper
Mid-cut basketball sneakers with uppers of ramie (vegetable fiber) canvas for lightweight support, featuring outer soles primarily of textile material in ground contact. Priced $3-$6.50/pair, they fit HTS 6404.11.71 as gym shoes with specified upper and sole materials excluded from U.S. note 5. Ideal for indoor court play with flexible textile sole.
Training Gym Shoes with Hemp Fiber Upper
Lightweight training shoes with hemp (vegetable fiber) weave uppers and textile-dominant outer soles for ground contact, valued $3-$6.50/pair. Classified in HTS 6404.11.71 as sports training footwear where textile soles don't meet U.S. note 5 criteria. Provides eco-friendly breathability for fitness routines.
Volleyball Court Shoes with Jute Textile Upper
Volleyball-specific shoes with jute vegetable fiber uppers for grip and flexibility, outer soles with textile as primary ground contact material. At $4-$6/pair value, they align with HTS 6404.11.71 for sports footwear excluding U.S. note 5 soles. Designed for indoor court traction.
Cross-Training Sneakers with Bamboo Fiber Upper
Versatile cross-training sneakers using bamboo vegetable fiber uppers for moisture-wicking, with textile soles having greatest ground contact. Valued $5/pair, fits HTS 6404.11.71 as non-note 5 sports shoes. Suitable for multi-sport gym use.
Handball Gym Shoes with Sisal Upper
Handball shoes crafted with sisal (vegetable fiber) uppers for durability, textile outer soles dominant in ground contact, valued $3.50-$6.50/pair. HTS 6404.11.71 applies as sports footwear with non-qualifying textile soles under U.S. note 5. Enhances quick lateral movement.