Cotton Hiking Shoe Gusset
Flexible cotton gusset insert for hiking shoe uppers, enhancing fit around the tongue area. HTS 6406.10.77.00 for such other cotton components.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If part of waterproof hiking shoe valued over $24
Coated/laminated for protection qualifies as protective active footwear.
If knitted jersey inserts
Knitted cotton garments/parts go to Chapter 61.
If of vegetable fibers like ramie
Different textile fiber family changes subheading within cotton group.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify 'active footwear part' but note not 'protective' per US Note definitions
• Avoid water-resistant claims unless coated, which shifts classification
• Import in manufacturer kits to maintain parts status
Related Products under HTS 6406.10.77.00
Cotton Textile Shoe Upper
A pre-formed upper made primarily from cotton textile fabric, designed to be attached to a shoe sole during footwear assembly. It falls under HTS 6406.10.77.00 as it is a cotton upper part of footwear, not a stiffener, with cotton as the dominant external surface material per Chapter Note 4(a).
Cotton Sneaker Tongue Panel
A detachable cotton fabric panel used as the tongue in athletic sneakers, providing cushioning and ventilation. Classified under HTS 6406.10.77.00 as a part of a cotton footwear upper, separate from stiffeners or outer soles.
Cotton Boot Vamp Assembly
The main cotton textile vamp section of a hiking boot upper, pre-sewn with eyelets but without sole attachment. It qualifies for HTS 6406.10.77.00 as an 'other' cotton upper part for footwear.
Cotton Athletic Shoe Collar
A padded cotton fabric collar component for running shoes, providing ankle support as part of the upper structure. Falls under HTS 6406.10.77.00 for other cotton footwear upper parts.
Cotton Sandal Upper Frame
Woven cotton strap framework for casual sandal uppers, not attached to sole, used in beach footwear assembly. Classified as other cotton parts of footwear uppers in HTS 6406.10.77.00.
Cotton Loafer Quarter Panel
Quilted cotton quarter panels for casual loafer uppers, providing side structure and breathability. HTS 6406.10.77.00 applies to these other cotton upper components.