Adidas Ultraboost Light Textile Training Shoes from China
Training shoes with engineered mesh textile uppers and Continental rubber outer soles for gym and cross-training. Classified in 6404.11.89.90 as they meet sports footwear criteria for training shoes, with value $6.50-$12/pair and rubber sole dominant.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Document textile upper as having greatest external surface area, excluding reinforcements like ankle patches (Chapter Note 4(a))
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying based on brand name; focus on design for sporting activity
• Use detailed photos in entry documentation showing sole-ground contact area is rubber