Cotton Sneaker Tongue Panel from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
31.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• 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