6402.99.80.05 - Tennis shoes, basketball shoes, gym shoes, training shoes and the like

This HTS category encompasses athletic footwear designed for specific sports and training activities, such as tennis, basketball, gymnastics, and general training. These shoes are characterized by their rubber or plastic outer soles and uppers. The defining aspect of this particular classification is the stipulated value range, specifically for footwear valued over $6.50 but not exceeding $12 per pair.

While other categories at this level may also fall under "Other footwear with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics," this specific subcategory is distinguished by its price point. It serves to segment athletic shoes based on their commercial value, separating them from lower-priced or higher-priced athletic footwear. The "Other" designations preceding this level indicate a broad sweep of footwear types, with this node further narrowing the scope to value-specific athletic shoes.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subdivisions. The classification of a particular shoe under 6402.99.80.05 will therefore depend solely on its classification as an athletic shoe with rubber or plastic components and its final assessed value at the time of import. Practical classification will involve confirming the intended use of the footwear and verifying its value against the specified threshold.