Rubber Shoe Sole Units from Japan
Pre-formed sole units made entirely of rubber, designed to be attached to footwear uppers during manufacturing. They qualify under HTS 6406.90.30 as parts of footwear other than outer soles, specifically of rubber, used in assembling complete shoes. The rubber composition provides durability and traction.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15.3%
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 rubber content exceeds 50% by surface area per Chapter Note 4 to avoid reclassification as textile parts
• Provide detailed manufacturing specs and end-use certificates to confirm they are footwear parts, not finished soles