Textile Boot Tongue
Padded textile tongue insert for work boots, with plastics backing visible externally, unattached to uppers. HTS 6406.10.90 covers such upper parts, qualifying via Chapter Note 3(a) for textile-plastics composites. Essential for footwear comfort.
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• Confirm tongue is a replaceable part, not integral to classify correctly
• Document padding material; foam-dominant may risk Chapter 39 shift
Related Products under HTS 6406.10.90
Counter Pocket Lining
Fabric lining for heel counter pockets in athletic shoes, excluding stiffener itself. As a part of uppers under HTS 6406.10.90, other than stiffeners per subheading. Textile with minimal plastics visible.
Legging Upper Extension
Extendable fabric upper extension for high boots or leggings, nylon-based for outdoor use. HTS 6406.10.90 includes parts of leggings and similar, as footwear-related articles.
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.
Mesh Ventilation Panel
Breathable mesh panel for sneaker uppers, textile with plastics coating. Part of uppers in HTS 6406.10.90.
Lace Eyelet Stay
Reinforced fabric stay around lace eyelets for boot uppers. Excluded from material calc but classified as upper part in 6406.10.90.
Ankle Patch Reinforcement
Leather ankle patch for upper durability, a part thereof.