Adidas Polyester Heel Counter from China
A stiff polyester textile counter inserted into the heel area of sneakers to provide structure and support. Classified under HTS 6406.90.1540 as 'other' parts of footwear made of man-made textile fibers. It is a reinforcement component of the upper.
Duty Rate — China → United States
34.9%
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
• Label clearly as 'footwear heel counter parts' and include diagrams showing assembly into shoes for Customs verification
• Ensure no metal or plastic reinforcements exceed accessory status per Chapter Note 4(a) to stay in this textile subheading