Adhesive Canvas Sneakers from China
Low-top canvas sneakers with rubber outer soles affixed exclusively with adhesive, no foxing or overlapping sole elements. Uppers are made of textile materials like cotton canvas, valued between $3 and $6.50 per pair. Classified under 6404.19.69.90 due to the specific construction method and value range.
Duty Rate — China → United States
50%
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
Import Tips
• Verify sole attachment is exclusively adhesive with no stitching or molding to avoid reclassification to other subheadings
• Document value per pair accurately; exceeding $6.50 shifts to higher subheadings like 6404.19.70
• Label fiber content of textile uppers per FTC rules to prevent customs holds