Synthetic Hiking Boot Upper

Durable formed upper of nylon textile with ripstop reinforcements for hiking boots, including D-ring tabs for laces. Designed for rugged outdoor use but without sole. Classified in HTS 6406.10.35.00 as other textile formed uppers valued $6.50-$12/pair.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China13.7%+17.5%31.2%
🇲🇽Mexico13.7%+10.0%23.7%
🇨🇦Canada13.7%+10.0%23.7%
🇩🇪Germany13.7%+10.0%23.7%
🇯🇵Japan13.7%+10.0%23.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

6210.40Lower: 16.2% vs 31.2%

If classified as protective leggings/gaiters

Textile articles functioning as gaiters or leggings for sports rather than footwear uppers go to Chapter 62.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 31.2%

If unformed synthetic woven fabric

Plain woven synthetic fabrics intended for uppers but not formed classify under Chapter 54 by yarn type.

6406.10.85.00Lower: 22% vs 31.2%

If valued under $6.50/pair

Lower value threshold moves to subheading 6406.10.85.00 within the same formed textile uppers category.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document that accessories like tabs or buckles don't alter predominant textile material per Chapter Note 4(a) and heading exclusions

For high-volume imports, pre-apply for binding ruling on value brackets to avoid post-entry adjustments

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