Rubber Treaded Running Shoe Sole from China
A molded rubber outer sole designed for athletic running shoes, featuring aggressive tread patterns for traction on various surfaces. Classified under HTS 6406.20.00.00 as it is a detached outer sole made entirely of rubber, intended for attachment to footwear uppers during manufacturing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
22.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Verify the sole is not attached to any upper or insole to avoid reclassification under complete footwear headings like 6402 or 6404
• Provide detailed material composition certificates confirming 100% rubber or plastics content, excluding any textile reinforcements
• Ensure packaging labels clearly state 'outer soles only' to prevent customs disputes over completeness