Composition Leather Hiking Boot Upper
Formed upper constructed from composition leather (bonded leather sheets), reinforced for hiking boots with lace-up front and padded collar for adults. Meets Chapter 64 note 4(a) for material determination by external surface area. HTS 6406.10.10.00 applies to such pre-assembled uppers for other persons.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If valued over $5.50/dozen pairs but for specific adult sizes
Statistical suffix differentiates by value and person category; may apply if detailed sizing info indicates men/women over 'other persons'.
If textile base with thin leather coating
If coating not predominant per naked eye test (Chapter note 3), classifies as textile fabric in Chapter 59, not leather upper.
If sold as apparel accessory legging
Leather gaiters/leggings for non-footwear use fall under Chapter 42 as apparel, not Chapter 64 footwear parts.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document composition leather as per US definitions (not synthetic); test for external layer visibility per Chapter note 3
• Pitfall: confusing with finished footwear under 6403 if any sole attached
• Label clearly as 'formed upper only'
Related Products under HTS 6406.10.10.00
Leather Cowboy Boot Upper
A pre-formed upper made from genuine leather or composition leather, designed for assembly into adult cowboy boots. It features stitched detailing and shaft construction typical for western-style footwear. Classified under HTS 6406.10.10.00 as a formed leather upper for other persons (adults), not outer soles or stiffeners.
Genuine Leather Work Boot Upper
Pre-formed adult work boot upper of full-grain leather, with steel toe provision and waterproof stitching seams. Designed for industrial footwear assembly, classified as leather upper under HTS 6406.10.10.00 for other persons per hierarchy.
Leather Dress Shoe Upper
Formed upper for formal oxford dress shoes, made of composition leather with brogue perforations and wingtip design for adult wear. Excludes outer soles; fits HTS 6406.10.10.00 as leather upper for other persons.
Bonded Leather Chelsea Boot Upper
Elastic-sided formed upper of bonded composition leather for ankle Chelsea boots, sized for adults. Greatest external surface is leather per Chapter note 4(a), qualifying for HTS 6406.10.10.00.
Full Grain Leather Motorcycle Boot Upper
Heavy-duty formed upper from full grain leather for adult motorcycle boots, with shin protection panels and zipper. HTS 6406.10.10.00 for leather uppers of other persons, pre-sole attachment.
Leather Loafer Upper
Slip-on formed upper of composition leather for penny loafer shoes, adult sizing with moccasin toe construction. Classed in HTS 6406.10.10.00 as leather upper, external area dominant.