Rubber Wrestling Boot Upper
High-top upper for wrestling boots with thick rubber canvas (visible rubber exterior >50%), per sports footwear note but as parts. Minimal textile laces/panels. Excludes spikes per heading.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If specifically designed with spike provisions
Sports uppers with cleat/spike attachments have dedicated subheading.
If unvulcanized rubber sheeting stage
Pre-vulcanized rubber materials not yet footwear parts go to Chapter 40.
If imported within complete wrestling gear set
Sports equipment sets including footwear components classify under Chapter 95.
Not sure which classification is right?
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
• Reference subheading note 1 to confirm sports classification even as parts
• Document rubber vulcanization process for material verification
• Avoid bulk import confusion with finished wrestling shoes (6403/6404)
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