6404.11.71.30 - For men

This HTS classification covers men's athletic footwear designed for sporting activities, specifically those with outer soles made of rubber or plastics, and uppers constructed from textile materials. The defining characteristics for this subcategory include the footwear's intended purpose as sports shoes (such as tennis shoes, basketball shoes, gym shoes, or training shoes) and a specific price bracket of over $3 but not more than $6.50 per pair. Further refinement within this category is made by the composition of the upper and the primary material of the outer sole.

This particular classification distinguishes itself from its siblings primarily by the intended recipient of the footwear: "For men." The sibling category 6404.11.71.60 is designated for women's footwear meeting similar material and price criteria, while 6404.11.71.90 encompasses "Other" footwear within this broader group that does not fall into the men's or women's specific classifications. Therefore, the gender-specific designation is a key differentiator.

As this node is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Classification at this level is finalized based on the detailed material composition of the upper (vegetable fibers) and the dominant textile material in the outer sole in contact with the ground, provided it is not classified under specific additional U.S. notes. The price point and intended use as sports footwear are critical determining factors to arrive at this specific classification.