Removable Rubber Insoles
Flexible full-length insoles made of EVA rubber foam, intended for insertion into various shoe types. They fall under HTS 6406.90.30 as removable insoles, a specified footwear part of rubber. Provides cushioning and odor resistance.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If bulk rubber sheets cut to size post-import
Unfinished rubber pieces for insoles class as other rubber articles.
If textile fabric with thin rubber backing
Textile surface area prevails if greater than rubber per Chapter Note 4(a).
If knitted orthopedic insoles sold for medical use
Knitted fabric insoles shift to Chapter 61 if textile dominant.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Demonstrate removability with product specs; permanently adhered insoles may classify as complete footwear
• Test for rubber surface dominance ignoring color changes per Chapter Note 3(a)
Related Products under HTS 6406.90.30
Plastic Heel Counters
Rigid plastic inserts shaped to reinforce the heel area of shoes, molded from thermoplastic materials. Classified in 6406.90.30 as footwear parts of plastics, not outer soles or excluded trimmings. They maintain shoe structure during wear.
Rubber Heel Cushions
Replaceable rubber wedges that attach under shoe heels for height and shock absorption. As heel cushions of rubber, they precisely match HTS 6406.90.30 for footwear parts. Popular in orthopedic and fashion footwear.
Plastic Shank Reinforcements
Narrow plastic strips inserted lengthwise in shoe arches for stability. These TPU or nylon plastic shanks classify under 6406.90.30 as essential footwear parts of plastics.
Rubber Vamp Linings
Thin rubber sheets pre-cut for lining the vamp (toe-upper) area of boots, providing waterproofing. As footwear parts of rubber, they enter under HTS 6406.90.30.
Plastic Eyelet Stays
Molded plastic reinforcements around lace eyelets to prevent tearing. Though note 4(a) ignores them for uppers, standalone imports classify as 6406.90.30 footwear parts.
TPU Counter Liners
Thermoplastic polyurethane films thermoformed for heel counter lining in sneakers. Plastics material places them in HTS 6406.90.30 as footwear parts.