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
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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