Polyester Athletic Upper from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
46.2%
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
• Avoid ornamentation that could be seen as Chapter 96 trimmings excluded from parts
• Batch import with consistent sizing documentation for pair valuation
• Consult CBP rulings for athletic vs casual distinction in uppers