Women's Synthetic Knit Sneakers from Mexico
Low-top sneakers for women featuring uppers made primarily from synthetic textile knit fabric (polyester blend) and outer soles where textile material covers the greatest surface area in contact with the ground. These affordable casual shoes are valued between $3 and $6.50 per pair, excluding any non-durable textile elements per U.S. note 5. They classify under 6404.19.77 due to the textile upper (non-vegetable fibers) and qualifying textile-dominant sole.
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Import Tips
• Verify upper material is predominantly synthetic textile (>50% external surface) via lab tests; vegetable fibers like cotton shift to 6404.19.30
• Document sole composition showing textile has greatest ground contact area, excluding non-durable textiles per U.S. note 5; provide manufacturer specs
• Avoid misclassification as sports footwear (6402.99) by confirming no provisions for spikes/cleats; common pitfall is undervaluation leading to audits