Nike Air Zoom Pegasus Synthetic Upper

Pre-assembled upper for Nike Air Zoom Pegasus running shoes, constructed primarily from synthetic mesh and polyester fabrics for breathability and flexibility. Classified under HTS 6406.10.90.40 as it is a footwear upper of man-made fibers, not attached to the outer sole, with predominant external surface area of synthetic textiles. Excludes stiffeners and outer soles per Chapter Note 6.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.5%+17.5%22%
🇲🇽Mexico4.5%+10.0%14.5%
🇨🇦Canada4.5%+10.0%14.5%
🇩🇪Germany4.5%+10.0%14.5%
🇯🇵Japan4.5%+10.0%14.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6406.10.10.00Lower: 20% vs 22%

If containing 50% or more by weight of rubber or plastics

Chapter Note 3 prioritizes rubber/plastics over textiles if they form the greatest visible external layer.

5903.90.30Higher: 37.7% vs 22%

If treated textile fabric impregnated with plastics for uppers

Textile fabrics coated with plastics visible to naked eye classify in Chapter 59 as treated materials, not footwear parts.

6117.80.95Higher: 32.1% vs 22%

If knitted or crocheted as separate gaiter/leg covering

Knitted man-made fiber gaiters fall under Chapter 61 rather than footwear parts in Chapter 64.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the external surface area is predominantly man-made fibers (>50%) via lab testing to confirm classification under 6406.10.90.40

Provide detailed assembly diagrams showing separation from outer sole to avoid misclassification as complete footwear

Include commercial invoices specifying 'footwear uppers, not attached to soles' to prevent common valuation disputes