Men's Canvas Sneakers from China
Low-top sneakers featuring a textile canvas upper and rubber outer sole, designed for casual everyday wear. Classified under HTS 6404.19.79 due to the textile upper (dominant external surface area) and rubber/plastics sole, with a value between $3 and $6.50 per pair. Not considered sports footwear as it lacks provisions for spikes or cleats.
Duty Rate — China → United States
57.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify the external surface area of the upper is predominantly textile (>50%) via lab testing to avoid reclassification to leather uppers
• Include detailed value documentation like invoices showing per-pair pricing under $6.50 to qualify for this subheading
• Label footwear clearly with country of origin and material composition to prevent CBP holds at entry