Adidas Lite Trainer Mesh Shoes from Mexico
Casual training shoes with synthetic textile upper of polyester mesh and outer sole of TPU/rubber with minor textile overlays for flexibility, priced $8-11/pair. Classified under 6404.19.87.90 as non-vegetable fiber textile uppers and soles where rubber/plastics dominate contact per notes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
22.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Conduct surface area measurements for uppers and soles to substantiate textile classification under chapter note 4
• Avoid common pitfall of undervaluation claims by providing wholesale invoices and production costs
• Ensure no vegetable fibers like cotton exceed minimal thresholds to stay in 'other than vegetable fibers' subheading