Budget Textile Tennis Shoes from Mexico
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'.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
47.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• 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