Youths Hiking Boot Leather Upper

Pre-assembled leather upper for boys' or youths' hiking boots, with reinforced toe, ankle padding, and lace provisions but lacking outer sole. Classified in HTS 6406.10.05.00 as a formed leather upper targeted for male youth footwear.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.5%+17.5%26%
🇲🇽Mexico8.5%+10.0%18.5%
🇨🇦Canada8.5%+10.0%18.5%
🇩🇪Germany8.5%+10.0%18.5%
🇯🇵Japan8.5%+10.0%18.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6403.51Lower: 20% vs 26%

If attached to leather outer sole

Formed uppers become complete footwear under 6403 when paired with outer soles.

6406.10.85.00Lower: 22% vs 26%

If for women or girls

Gender-specific subheading; same construction but female sizing moves it out of men's/youths.

5903.90.30Higher: 37.7% vs 26%

If coated textile imitating leather

Textile base with plastic/rubber coating visible to naked eye classifies as textile, not leather.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use size charts proving 'youths/boys' fit (e.g

EU 35-42) to distinguish from women's sizes

Avoid including heel cushions as separate items; they classify under 6406.10.90 if removable

Test for 'greatest external surface area' being leather per Chapter Note 4(a) to prevent textile downgrade