Ramie Gym Sneakers from Canada
Casual gym sneakers with ramie fiber uppers and textile-heavy outer soles for ground contact. Valued $11/pair, these qualify under HTS 6404.11.81.90 as sports/training shoes meeting vegetable fiber upper and 'other' sole specifications.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Use naked-eye test for upper materials; no color change allowance per chapter note
• Avoid bulk packaging mislabeled as parts; complete pairs must enter as footwear
• Declare exact value per pair; promotional sets can trigger average value issues