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Adidas Ultraboost Light Textile Training Shoes from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

30%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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