Men's Adhesive Textile Sneakers from Japan
Casual low-top sneakers for men featuring a textile upper made from synthetic fibers and an outer sole primarily of rubber or plastics affixed exclusively with adhesive. The sole has textile components but rubber/plastics dominate ground contact per HTS notes. Valued under $3/pair, suitable for everyday wear, classified under 6404.19.47.30 due to construction method and material specs.
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Import Tips
• Verify sole attachment is exclusively adhesive with no stitching or molding; document manufacturing process to avoid reclassification
• Confirm valuation under $3/pair with commercial invoices; include fiber content labels for textile uppers to meet CBP requirements
• Avoid common pitfall of foxing bands—ensure no overlapping sole elements except toe/heel to stay in this subheading