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Synthetic Leather Hiking Boot Upper from Mexico

Upper assembly for hiking boots constructed from PVC-coated synthetic leather material, featuring plastic reinforcements and minimal textile overlays (<50% external area). Visible plastic layer qualifies under Chapter Note 3(b) for plastics classification. Used in assembling outdoor footwear.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

14.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Document PVC coating thickness and visibility to naked eye per Chapter Note 3(a) for plastics verification

• Test external surface area meticulously; hiking reinforcements often tip plastic balance