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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.9%+17.5%32.4%
🇲🇽Mexico14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇨🇦Canada14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇩🇪Germany14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇯🇵Japan14.9%+10.0%24.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

6217.10Lower: 24.6% vs 32.4%

If finished as gaiters or leggings for protective wear

Complete gaiters/leggings classify under Chapter 62 as accessories.

6002.90.40.00Higher: 43.8% vs 32.4%

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