Puma RS-X Fusion Knit Upper from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
27.5%
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
• 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