Puma RS-X Sole Stitching Machine from China
High-precision automatic machine for stitching retro-style soles to uppers in Puma RS-X sneakers, handling thick rubber and leather combinations. Optimized for speed in mass production lines. HTS 8452.21.10.00 applies as it's purpose-built for footwear sole attachment.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Submit video demonstrations or engineering specs confirming sole-upper joining function to CBP for binding rulings
• Watch for undervaluation penalties; include full BOM (bill of materials) in invoices