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
43.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
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