Knitted Wool Leg Warmers

Pull-on leg warmers made primarily from knitted wool textile material, designed to cover the lower leg for warmth during dance or casual wear. Classified under HTS 6406.90.15.70 as parts of footwear of textile materials, specifically other leg-warmers, since they function as gaiters or similar articles protecting the leg without being complete footwear. The textile composition dominates the external surface per Chapter Note 4.

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.

6115.95.90.00Lower: 31% vs 32.4%

If sold primarily as hosiery or legwear without footwear association

Panty hose, tights, and similar legwarmers of knitted wool fall under Chapter 61 if not presented as footwear gaiters or parts.

6406.90Same rate: 32.4%

If containing 50% or more by weight of rubber or plastic

Footwear parts of rubber/plastic (including coated textiles visible to naked eye per Chapter Note 3) shift to different subheading.

6111.90.50Same rate: 32.4%

If designed as full-length leg coverings for babies

Other knitted garments for babies covering legs may classify as baby garments rather than footwear accessories.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify textile fiber content via lab testing to confirm classification under 'of textile materials' and avoid misclassification to leather or rubber subheadings

Include detailed invoices specifying 'leg-warmers' use and material breakdown to support gaiter-like function per HTS notes

Watch for common pitfalls like classifying as hosiery (Chapter 61); ensure description emphasizes footwear part functionality