Neoprene Dive Boot Upper
Waterproof upper for scuba dive boots made from neoprene rubber sheet with minimal textile backing (<50% external). Rubber visible to naked eye qualifies per Chapter Note 3(a). Used in watersports footwear production.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If bulk neoprene sheets before cutting/shaping
Unshaped rubber sheets/plates fall under Chapter 40, not footwear-specific parts.
If neoprene laminated with external textile >50%
Lamination where textile forms external surface changes material dominance.
If sold as part of complete watersports equipment set
Articles for sports/gymnasium use including footwear parts may classify under Chapter 95 if sold as set.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Lab tests confirming neoprene as primary rubber material prevent plastics disputes
• Specify 'upper only, no sole' on commercial invoice clearly
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