Children's Synthetic Mesh Sneakers from Mexico
Low-top sneakers for kids featuring uppers made primarily from synthetic textile mesh (polyester/nylon) and outer soles where textile materials dominate the ground-contact surface area, though not qualifying under US note 5 for durability. Valued under $3/pair with rubber/plastic soles adhesively attached without foxing or overlapping. Classified under 6404.19.47 due to textile upper (non-vegetable fibers) and textile-dominant sole per chapter note 4(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
• Verify upper is >50% external surface area textile (non-cotton/veg fibers) via photos/labs; declare accurately to avoid reclassification
• Document value < $3/pair with invoices; soles must be adhesively cemented without foxing—inspect for overlaps at toe/heel only