Leather-Patched Hiking Boot Upper from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
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
• Include detailed diagrams or CAD files showing leather surface percentages during customs declaration
• Ensure no outer sole attachment to prevent classification as complete footwear under Chapter 64 headings
• Label clearly as 'footwear upper parts' to distinguish from finished gaiters or leggings