Men's Leather-Accented Textile Sneaker Upper from Japan
Formed upper for men's athletic sneakers featuring textile base with leather overlays covering over 50% external surface, including toe caps and eyelet stays. Fits HTS 6406.10.20.31 for men's formed uppers of textile with dominant leather surface area.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Label clearly as 'formed upper' and provide assembly diagrams to distinguish from finished shoes
• Test leather content via surface area measurements; minor discrepancies can trigger audits
• Ensure no outer sole attachment, as that reclassifies to Chapter 64 footwear headings