Nike Air Textile Shoe Upper

Pre-formed upper for Nike Air sneakers made primarily from textile materials like mesh and synthetic knits, valued over $12 per pair equivalent. Classified under HTS 6406.10.40.00 as a formed upper of textile materials, excluding stiffeners, not yet attached to soles. The textile dominates the external surface area per Chapter Note 4(a).

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.5%+17.5%25%
🇲🇽Mexico7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇨🇦Canada7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇩🇪Germany7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇯🇵Japan7.5%+10.0%17.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6406.10.10.00Lower: 20% vs 25%

If valued not over $12/pair

Value threshold determines subheading; lower value formed textile uppers fall under 6406.10.10.00.

5903.90.30Higher: 37.7% vs 25%

If unformed textile fabric reinforced with plastics

Unformed or cut-to-shape textile fabrics with visible plastic layer are classified as coated fabrics in Chapter 59, not footwear parts.

6406.20.00.00Lower: 20.2% vs 25%

If outer soles rather than uppers

Identical textile outer soles (not uppers) are classified separately under 6406.20 for parts in contact with ground.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare exact value per pair equivalent with commercial invoice; CBP scrutinizes 'over $12/pair' threshold closely

Provide material breakdown showing textile as dominant external surface per Chapter Note 4(a) to avoid reclassification

Avoid common pitfall of including sole attachments, as those shift to complete footwear under 6404