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Asics Polyester Footbed Insert

Removable polyester textile footbed for trail running shoes, offering arch support. Falls under HTS 6406.90.1540 as other man-made fiber footwear parts like insoles. Not protective active per US note.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.9%+20.0%34.9%
🇲🇽Mexico14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇨🇦Canada14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇩🇪Germany14.9%—14.9%
🇯🇵Japan14.9%+40.0%54.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

6406.90.15Same rate: 34.9%

If marketed specifically as heel cushions or similar

Narrower subheading for heel-specific cushions vs general other parts.

9404.90Lower: 19.8% vs 34.9%

If sold for furniture or bedding use, not footwear

End-use determines; non-footwear cushions go to Chapter 94.

5907.00.60.00Higher: 37.5% vs 34.9%

If textile-backed plastics/rubber layer visible

Visible plastic layer per Chapter Note 3 classifies as Chapter 59.

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

• Test for durability per US Note; non-durable textiles can't claim sole status

• Separate from outer soles in packaging to avoid complete shoe classification