Budget Textile Tennis Shoes

Entry-level tennis shoes with synthetic textile uppers and rubber soles optimized for court movement. Under HTS 6404.11.79.90 for tennis shoes (sports category), textile upper dominant, rubber sole, $3-$6.50/pair value. Excludes spike provisions but fits 'tennis shoes and the like'.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China37.5%+17.5%55%
🇲🇽Mexico37.5%+10.0%47.5%
🇨🇦Canada37.5%+10.0%47.5%
🇩🇪Germany37.5%+10.0%47.5%
🇯🇵Japan37.5%+10.0%47.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6402.91.40Lower: 16% vs 55%

If protective against water via coated textile

Water-resistant hiking-style sports shoes over $12/pair shift to 6402.91 per US note, but value here limits applicability.

6404.19.90Lower: 26.5% vs 55%

If lacking sports-specific design

Casual textile sneakers without sporting features like gym tread classify as other footwear in 6404.19.

6403.12Lower: 10% vs 55%

If ski-boots or similar with leather soles

Subheading note sports include specific types; leather soles move to 6403.12 for textile uppers.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document sports intent with manufacturer specs; CBP may challenge if resembling casual sneakers

Measure upper surface area visually per naked eye rule; ignore color changes from coatings

Avoid common pitfall of classifying sets (shoes + laces) separately; laces go to heading 6117 if trimmed

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