Puma RS-X Fusion Knit Upper
Formed knit textile upper for Puma RS-X Fusion sneakers, exceeding $12/pair value. HTS 6406.10.40.00 covers this breathable, multi-layer textile upper not attached to soles. Textile composition visible externally dominates classification.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If classified as hosiery, not footwear upper
Gradient textile tubes might misclassify as socks in Chapter 61 if not footwear-specific.
If completed with low-value sole
Attaching any outer sole moves to finished footwear heading 6403 for textile uppers.
If rubber/plastic impregnated textile
Visible external rubber/plastics layer per Chapter Note 3(a) shifts to Chapter 59.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use HTS advisory rulings for branded uppers to preempt CBP challenges
• Document supply chain to prove 'formed' status vs components
• Avoid bundling laces/trim; Chapter Note 2 excludes them from 6406
Related Products under HTS 6406.10.40.00
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).
Reebok Nano Gym Textile Upper
Cross-training textile upper for Reebok Nano gym shoes, exceeding $12/pair. Formed upper of synthetic mesh textile under HTS 6406.10.40.00, dominant external material. Durable construction for fitness assembly.
Brooks Ghost Running Textile Upper
Seamless textile upper for Brooks Ghost neutral running shoes, >$12/pair. HTS 6406.10.40.00 classification for engineered mesh formed uppers. Breathable textile primary external material.
On Running Cloud Textile Upper
Swiss-engineered CloudTec textile upper for On Running shoes, >$12/pair. 6406.10.40.00 for formed knit textile with external dominance. Innovative speed-lacing excluded as trim.
Altra Torin Zero-Drop Textile Upper
Wide toe-box textile upper for Altra Torin zero-drop runners, over $12/pair. HTS 6406.10.40.00 applies to foot-shaped formed textile mesh. Natural running design pre-assembly.
Saucony Guide Stability Textile Upper
Medial post support textile upper for Saucony Guide stability shoes, valued >$12/pair. Formed upper of air mesh textile under 6406.10.40.00. External textile surface per notes.