Hemp Textile Volleyball Shoes
Volleyball shoes boasting hemp uppers (vegetable fibers) and soles with predominant textile ground contact. At $10.50/pair, they match HTS 6404.11.81.90 as 'other' sports footwear in the value band with the required material notes compliance.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If outer sole primarily leather
Leather as greatest sole contact material per Note 4(b) places in 6403.12 for sports footwear.
If valued not over $6.50/pair
Lower value bracket 6404.11.20 applies to identical material sports shoes under $6.50.
If parts like uppers imported separately
Textile uppers without soles classify as other made-up textile articles in 6217, not footwear.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure no leather reinforcements exceed upper surface area; measured per Note 4(a)
• Value averaging prohibited—each pair must individually meet $6.50-$12 criterion
• Prepare for quota checks on vegetable fiber products; consult latest HTS updates
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Sisal Fiber Cross-Trainers
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Ramie Gym Sneakers
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