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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If generic plastic foam sheets for multiple uses
Must be specifically for footwear; general plastics go to Chapter 39.
If formed uppers of plastic already attached
Attached uppers shift from parts to specific upper subheadings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the external surface area of plastic to confirm dominance per Chapter Note 4(a)
• Label clearly as removable footwear parts to distinguish from finished uppers
Related Products 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.