Leather Reinforced Athletic Shoe Upper
Formed upper for athletic sneakers featuring a textile base with leather overlays covering over 50% of the external surface for durability and style. Classified in HTS 6406.10.20.61 due to the predominant leather external area on textile material as defined in Chapter Note 4(a). Used by manufacturers to assemble complete sports footwear.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If specifically for golf shoe uppers
Tariff distinguishes golf footwear uppers in separate statistical suffix; otherwise general 'other' applies.
If leather but not over 50% external surface
Pure textile uppers without leather dominance classify in non-leather textile subheading.
If for industrial or safety boot uppers
Heavy-duty uppers resembling leather articles may shift to Chapter 42 if not clearly footwear parts.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Conduct surface area calculation excluding only minor accessories; leather toe caps/quarter panels often tip over 50% threshold
• Ensure no outer sole attachment; even partial soles trigger complete footwear classification under Chapter 64
Related Products under HTS 6406.10.20.61
Leather Textile Hiking Boot Upper
A pre-formed upper for hiking boots made primarily of textile materials with over 50% of the external surface area covered by leather reinforcements and accessories, such as ankle patches and edging. This qualifies under HTS 6406.10.20.61 as a formed upper of textile materials where leather exceeds 50% external surface per Chapter Note 4(a). It is imported as a footwear part, not a complete shoe.
Leather Panel Casual Sneaker Upper
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).
Suede Leather Running Shoe Upper
Performance running shoe upper with textile mesh and suede leather reinforcements covering over 50% external surface for breathability and protection. HTS 6406.10.20.61 designation follows Chapter Note 4(a) leather surface dominance rule.
Leather-Accented Fashion Boot Upper
Women's fashion boot upper of textile with extensive leather accents exceeding 50% external surface area, fully formed and ready for soling. Fits HTS 6406.10.20.61 as 'other' leather-dominant textile uppers.
Cowhide Textile Work Boot Upper
Pre-assembled upper for steel-toe work boots with textile body and cowhide leather covering over 50% external surface area for reinforcement. Meets HTS 6406.10.20.61 criteria as a formed textile upper dominated by leather per Chapter Note 4(a). Ideal for safety footwear assembly.
Goatskin Textile Dress Shoe Upper
Elegant formed upper for men's dress shoes combining textile lining with goatskin leather exterior over 50% surface area. Classifies under HTS 6406.10.20.61 for leather-dominant textile uppers as per tariff notes.