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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China11.2%+17.5%28.7%
🇲🇽Mexico11.2%+10.0%21.2%
🇨🇦Canada11.2%+10.0%21.2%
🇩🇪Germany11.2%+10.0%21.2%
🇯🇵Japan11.2%+10.0%21.2%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6406.10Same rate: 28.7%

If of wool or fine animal hair

Fiber type shifts classification within 6406.10 to wool subheadings based on predominant external material.

4203.30.00.00Higher: 37.7% vs 28.7%

If resembling apparel belts or accessories

If not clearly identifiable as footwear upper part, it may classify as dressed leather apparel accessories in Chapter 42.

6217.10Lower: 24.6% vs 28.7%

If sold as individual non-footwear accessory

Standalone cotton fabric pieces without footwear context fall under other made-up textile articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label clearly as 'footwear upper part' and include technical specs proving integration with uppers, not standalone apparel

Conduct surface area tests per Chapter Note 4(a) to confirm cotton dominance, excluding any minor leather trims

Watch for bulk packaging pitfalls; retail-packed items risk reclassification as finished articles