Mesh Running Shoe Upper from China
Lightweight formed upper constructed from synthetic mesh textile for breathability in athletic running shoes. Includes padding at the collar and tongue, with textile overlays for structure. Falls under HTS 6406.10.35.00 for textile formed uppers valued $6.50-$12/pair.
Duty Rate — China → United States
33.7%
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
• Conduct surface area analysis per Chapter Note 4(a) to confirm textile as predominant material; document with photos if reinforcements are minor
• Include assembly instructions or diagrams showing upper-only status to distinguish from complete shoes during customs inspection
• Watch for common pitfall of incomplete value declarations; use commercial invoice with clear per-pair pricing based on production records