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Parts of footwear (including uppers whether or not attached to soles other than outer soles); removable insoles, heel cushions and similar articles; gaiters, leggings and similar articles, and parts thereof: > Other: > Of other materials: > Other

Duty Rate (from China)

17.5%
MFN Base RateFree

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

Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Total Effective Rate17.5%

Products classified under HTS 6406.90.90.00

Textile Removable Arch Supports

Padded textile inserts providing arch support, removable from casual shoes. Falls under 6406.90.90.00 as 'other' parts with textile but plastic/rubber coating visible externally per Chapter Note 3(a).

Rubber Counter Stiffeners

Rubber reinforcements for the heel counter area of boots to maintain shape. HTS 6406.90.90.00 covers these as rubber footwear parts, separate from outer soles.

Plastic Vamp Reinforcements

Plastic patches reinforcing the vamp (top front) of sneakers. 'Other' plastic parts under 6406.90.90.00, not accessories per note exclusions.

Textile Legging Cuffs

Elastic textile cuffs for legging bottoms, with rubberized exterior. 'Other' parts of leggings under 6406.90.90.00 due to visible rubber layer.

Plastic Ankle Collar Padding

Foam plastic padding lining shoe ankle collars for comfort. Other materials parts in HTS 6406.90.90.00.

Rubberized Textile Gaiters

Short rubber-coated textile gaiters protecting ankles from snow/water in boots. Direct heading inclusion as gaiters of other materials, 6406.90.90.00.

Plastic Footbed Molds

Moldable plastic bases for custom orthotic footbeds in sandals. 'Other' footwear parts under 6406.90.90.00.

Plastic Gaiter Straps

Adjustable plastic straps for attaching gaiters to boots, preventing debris entry. Included as parts of gaiters/leggings in 6406.90.90.00.

Plastic Insole Frames

Rigid plastic frames that form the base structure for custom insoles. Classified as other footwear parts in 6406.90.90.00, supporting removable insoles.

Rubber Sidewall Protectors

Rubber strips protecting shoe sidewalls from abrasion in hiking boots. HTS 6406.90.90.00 as other rubber footwear parts.

Foam Metatarsal Pads

Small foam pads relieving ball-of-foot pressure, placed under removable insoles. Plastic 'other' parts per 6406.90.90.00.

Rubber Heel Lifts

These are detachable rubber inserts designed to attach inside the heel area of shoes to provide additional height and cushioning. They qualify under HTS 6406.90.90.00 as parts of footwear made of rubber, distinct from outer soles or excluded trimmings like buckles.

Plastic Shoe Tongue Padding

Foam plastic pads inserted into the tongue area of athletic shoes for comfort and support. Classified in 6406.90.90.00 as 'other' footwear parts of plastic materials, excluding outer soles and trimmings.

Foam Heel Cushions

Removable foam cushions for high-heel shoes to reduce pressure. Plastic foam qualifies as 'other materials' parts in 6406.90.90.00.

Rubber Toe Puffs

Rubber caps reinforcing shoe toes for durability in work boots. Other rubber parts under HTS 6406.90.90.00.