6402.99.69.30 - For men 🖩

This classification specifically designates footwear for men that falls under the broader category of "other footwear" with outer soles and uppers composed of rubber or plastics. It encompasses a wide range of athletic, casual, and dress shoes where the primary materials for the sole and upper are rubber or plastic, and which are not otherwise specifically categorized under more detailed headings within Chapter 64. The "other footwear" designation signifies that these items do not fit into more specific subheadings within 6402 based on particular construction methods or intended uses not already detailed.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings, 6402.99.69.30 is exclusively for footwear designed and sized for men. Its sibling, 6402.99.69.60, is for women's footwear, and 6402.99.69.90 is a residual category for any "other" footwear that does not meet the specific criteria for men's or women's, or other classifications. The key differentiator remains the intended wearer, as determined by design, sizing, and common marketing.

As a leaf node within the HTS, 6402.99.69.30 does not have further subcategories. Therefore, the focus for classification within this specific code is on the definitive identification of men's footwear, its constituent materials (rubber or plastic for both outer sole and upper), and its value being not over $3 per pair. Examples include men's casual sandals, certain athletic shoes, and other basic footwear where the rubber or plastic construction is evident and the value threshold is met.