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Sneaker Collar Padding

Soft textile padding for the ankle collar in high-top sneakers, improving comfort. Covered under HTS 6406.90.15.80 as other textile parts of footwear uppers.

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.

5807.10Lower: 15.8% vs 34.9%

If woven labels or braids used as padding

Labels, badges, and braids explicitly excluded from 6406 parts.

6406.90Same rate: 34.9%

If parts of textile uppers for sports footwear

Sports-specific uppers have dedicated subheadings.

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

• Specify non-attachment to sole in entry docs

• Fiber content disclosure mandatory for textiles

• Avoid lumping with ornaments, classified separately