6402.19.70 - Valued over $6.50 but not over $12/pair

This HTS subheading, 6402.19.70, encompasses sports footwear with outer soles and uppers composed entirely of rubber or plastics, specifically those with a value exceeding $6.50 but not exceeding $12.00 per pair. The classification is based on the combined material composition of the sole and upper, and the designated price point. This category is distinct from its siblings which are differentiated by their price thresholds: 6402.19.30 for footwear valued up to $3.00, 6402.19.50 for footwear valued between $3.00 and $6.50, and 6402.19.90 for footwear valued over $12.00 per pair.

The scope of this classification is intended to capture a specific mid-range price segment within sports footwear constructed from rubber or plastic. Examples of footwear falling under this category would include athletic shoes, trainers, and other sports-specific footwear where both the outsole and the upper are predominantly made from rubber or plastic materials and meet the specified value criteria.

This subheading is further subdivided to allow for a more granular classification based on the intended wearer. Subcategory 6402.19.70.31 applies to men's sports footwear within this price range, while 6402.19.70.61 covers all other sports footwear that does not fall under the men's category, such as women's or children's sports footwear, provided they meet the material and value requirements.