Cotton Hiking Shoe Gusset from China
Flexible cotton gusset insert for hiking shoe uppers, enhancing fit around the tongue area. HTS 6406.10.77.00 for such other cotton components.
Duty Rate — China → United States
31.2%
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
• 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