Textile-Upper Gym Sneakers from Japan

Affordable gym sneakers featuring uppers made from synthetic textile materials like polyester mesh and outer soles where textile materials dominate the ground-contact surface area (excluding non-durable textiles per US note 5). These qualify as sports footwear such as training shoes under HTS 6404.11.75 due to their design for athletic activities and value between $3-$6.50 per pair.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

22.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%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

Import Tips

Verify outer sole composition via lab testing to confirm textile material has greatest ground-contact area, excluding non-durable textiles per US note 5

Provide detailed value documentation and invoices showing per-pair price over $3 but not exceeding $6.50 to avoid reclassification

Ensure uppers are predominantly synthetic textiles (e.g

nylon/polyester >50% external surface) excluding vegetable fibers like cotton