Cheap Synthetic Mesh Training Shoes from Mexico
Entry-level mesh athletic-style shoes with textile uppers and adhesive-only plastic soles where textile provides primary ground contact, valued <$3/pair, no foxing. HTS 6404.19.47.90 applies due to precise material and construction rules in Chapter Notes 4(a)/(b).
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
22.5%
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
• Conduct surface area measurements for upper/sole; retain lab reports for audits
• Specify 'adhesive exclusive' in manufacturing certs to avoid reclassification
• Watch for value averaging; segregate low-value lots to prevent threshold breaches