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

25%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)

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