Of textile materials of which over 50 percent of the external surface area (including any leather accessories or reinforcements such as those mentioned in note 4(a) to this chapter) is leather
Parts of footwear (including uppers whether or not attached to soles other than outer soles); removable insoles, heel cushions and similar articles; gaiters, leggings and similar articles, and parts thereof: > Uppers and parts thereof, other than stiffeners: > Other: > Of textile materials of which over 50 percent of the external surface area (including any leather accessories or reinforcements such as those mentioned in note 4(a) to this chapter) is leather
Duty Rate (from China)
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
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)
Products classified under HTS 6406.10.70.00
Leather-Accented Textile Sneaker Upper
A prefabricated upper for athletic sneakers made primarily from textile mesh with leather reinforcements covering over 50% of the external surface area, including ankle patches and toe caps. This qualifies under HTS 6406.10.70.00 as a footwear upper where leather dominates the visible exterior per Chapter Note 4(a). It is supplied without an outer sole for assembly into complete shoes.
Leather-Patched Hiking Boot Upper
Prefabricated upper for hiking boots using nylon textile base with full leather overlays on the vamp, quarters, and counter, exceeding 50% external leather surface. Classifies in 6406.10.70.00 due to leather's predominant visible area including reinforcements. Designed for attachment to soles during shoe manufacturing.
Cowhide Reinforced Work Boot Upper
Industrial work boot upper of canvas textile with cowhide leather covering over 50% exterior (toe, heel, shin guards), meeting 6406.10.70.00 criteria for leather-dominant textile uppers. Excludes stiffeners and outer soles per heading scope. Used in safety footwear assembly.
Leather-Overlay Casual Shoe Upper
Textile upper for casual loafers featuring polyester knit with leather overlays on 55%+ of external surface including edging and tabs. Fits HTS 6406.10.70.00 as leather constitutes the greatest visible area per notes. Ready for sole attachment in production.
Mixed Leather Textile Dance Shoe Upper
Ballet or dance shoe upper of satin textile with leather straps and reinforcements covering 52% external area, qualifying under 6406.10.70.00. Leather includes functional ankle supports visible externally. Supplied as parts for specialty footwear.
Leather-Trimmed Athletic Running Upper
Lightweight running shoe upper of breathable textile with leather heel counter and forefoot totaling 51% external surface. Meets 6406.10.70.00 for textile-based uppers with leather majority visibility. Excludes sports-specific spikes provisions.