Textile Removable Arch Supports from China
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).
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Prove visible rubber/plastic layer on textile to avoid sole material misclassification
• Include lab tests for material composition in documentation
• Avoid classifying as insoles if not full foot coverage; partial supports stay in 'other'