Leather Panel Casual Sneaker Upper from China
Formed upper for casual sneakers with mesh textile and leather panels exceeding 50% external surface for premium look. HTS 6406.10.20.61 applies as textile-based upper with leather dominance excluding minor accessories per Note 4(a).
Duty Rate — China → United States
30.5%
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
• Use digital surface mapping for accurate >50% leather documentation during Customs review
• Declare as 'unfinished footwear upper' to distinguish from complete shoes
• Watch for quota applicability on certain leather goods; check current HTS annexes