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Foam Heel Cushion

Removable foam heel cushion with fabric cover for shoe inserts, similar to insoles. Under HTS 6406.10.90 as 'similar articles', not outer sole material.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.5%+20.0%24.5%
🇲🇽Mexico4.5%+10.0%14.5%
🇨🇦Canada4.5%+10.0%14.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+52.5%52.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3921.19.00Higher: 44% vs 24.5%

If pure foam pads

Plastics plates without textile to Chapter 39.

4016.99Lower: 15% vs 24.5%

If rubber-based cushions

Rubber articles in Chapter 40.

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

• Prove not ground-contact durable per US Note to outer sole rules

• Medical claims? Risk Chapter 90 reclassification