Removable Orthopedic Insole from China
A flexible, removable insole designed for custom shoe fitting, made from foam with fabric covering, used as a footwear part. Falls under HTS 6406.10.90 as 'similar articles' to heel cushions, distinct from outer soles per Chapter Note 2 exclusions. Not fixed permanently in shoes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
24.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify 'removable' and 'not outer sole' in docs to differentiate from complete footwear
• Ensure no spikes or ground-contact features to avoid outer sole misclassification