Textile Shoe Tongue Padding from Canada
A padded insert made primarily of textile materials designed to fit inside the tongue area of athletic shoes for added comfort and support. It qualifies under HTS 6406.90.15 as a part of footwear, specifically an internal component not classified as an outer sole or excluded trimmings. The textile construction provides cushioning without direct ground contact.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
24.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the textile content exceeds 50% by surface area per Chapter Note 4(a) to avoid reclassification to leather or rubber parts
• Provide detailed manufacturing specs showing it's a footwear part, not a standalone accessory, to prevent customs disputes