New Balance Nylon Ankle Collar Padding from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Provide assembly instructions proving integration as upper padding, not standalone gaiter
• Confirm no spikes/cleats provision to avoid sports footwear parts confusion