Denim Casual Shoe Upper

Formed upper from denim textile fabric (cotton with indigo dye), intended for low-top casual shoes. Textile dominant per naked eye visibility, valued over $3 but not exceeding $6.50/pair, classified under 6406.10.30.00 excluding soles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China26.2%+17.5%43.7%
🇲🇽Mexico26.2%+10.0%36.2%
🇨🇦Canada26.2%+10.0%36.2%
🇩🇪Germany26.2%+10.0%36.2%
🇯🇵Japan26.2%+10.0%36.2%

Alternative Classifications

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

5210.11Lower: 23.5% vs 43.7%

If sold as bulk denim fabric yardage

Unformed fabric without shaping into uppers remains woven cotton textiles in Chapter 52.

6406.10.85.00Lower: 22% vs 43.7%

If valued under $3/pair

Lower value threshold moves to different 'other' textile upper subheading.

4203.21Lower: 14.9% vs 43.7%

If reinforced as leather-like accessory

Significant leather reinforcements could dominate surface area, shifting to leather articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Test for rubber/plastic coatings; visible layers may reclassify under rubber/plastics notes

Provide dyeing and weaving certificates to confirm 100% textile composition

Avoid including laces or buckles, as Chapter Note 3 excludes them from parts classification