Nylon Hiking Shoe Upper
Durable formed upper of nylon textile ripstop fabric for hiking footwear, textile primary material. Lacks provisions for spikes/cleats, valued $3-$6.50/pair under HTS 6406.10.30.00 as non-sports upper.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If synthetic woven fabric unformed
Pre-upper fabric stage remains in Chapter 54 man-made filaments.
If disposable/reusable medical protective
End-use as protective footwear parts invokes specific subheadings.
If sold as standalone gaiters
Legging-like design without sole attachment classifies as made-up textiles.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm not 'sports footwear' per subheading note (no spikes/provisions) to stay in parts
• Use lab tests for fiber content if blends approach 50% non-textile
• Package as bulk components, not retail, to avoid set classifications
Related Products under HTS 6406.10.30.00
Canvas Sneaker Upper
A pre-formed upper made primarily from cotton canvas textile material, designed for assembly into casual sneakers. It features reinforced eyelets and stitching but lacks an outer sole, classifying it as a formed upper of textile materials under HTS 6406.10.30.00 due to its value range of over $3 but not over $6.50 per pair.
Mesh Running Shoe Upper
Lightweight formed upper constructed from synthetic mesh textile for breathability in athletic running shoes. Predominantly textile by external surface area, valued between $3-$6.50/pair, fitting HTS 6406.10.30.00 as it excludes outer soles and stiffeners.
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.
Corduroy Boot Upper
Pre-formed upper of corduroy textile (pile cotton fabric) for ankle boots, with textile comprising greatest external surface. Excludes outer sole; value $3-$6.50/pair qualifies for HTS 6406.10.30.00.
Polyester Athletic Upper
Formed polyester textile upper for training shoes, breathable weave dominant externally. Value over $3 not over $6.50/pair; HTS 6406.10.30.00 for textile uppers sans soles.
Cotton Canvas Slip-On Upper
Slip-on style formed upper from cotton canvas textile, for casual espadrille-like shoes. Textile surface area greatest, valued $3-$6.50/pair per HTS 6406.10.30.00.