Plastic Heel Counters
Rigid plastic reinforcements inserted into the heel area of shoes to provide structure and support. Falls under HTS 6406.90.30.60 as 'other' parts of footwear made of plastics, distinct from trimmings or outer soles.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If generic plastic profiles not footwear-specific
Moves to other plastic articles if lacking footwear part functionality or design.
If made primarily of textile materials
Textile-based heel stiffeners classified under 'other materials' subheading.
If using paperboard composites
Cellulosic heel counters shift to Chapter 48 for paper/plastic laminates.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document that plastics form the greatest external surface; naked eye visibility per Chapter Note 3(a)
• Label clearly as 'footwear heel counters' to avoid confusion with general plastic moldings
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Rubber Vamp Reinforcements
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Plastic Sidewall Stabilizers
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Rubber Tongue Pads
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Rubber Midsole Wedges
Contoured rubber wedges for elevating heels in women's dress shoes, not contacting ground. HTS 6406.90.30.60 for rubber footwear parts other than outer soles.