New Balance Nylon Ankle Collar Padding
Soft nylon man-made fiber padding for the ankle collar in walking shoes, enhancing comfort. HTS 6406.90.1540 covers this as other textile parts of footwear. Upper component without sole attachment.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If finished as gaiters or leggings for protective wear
Complete gaiters/leggings classify under Chapter 62 as accessories.
If knitted fabric pieces, not shaped for footwear
Unshaped knits go to Chapter 60; footwear specificity required for 6406.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide assembly instructions proving integration as upper padding, not standalone gaiter
• Confirm no spikes/cleats provision to avoid sports footwear parts confusion
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