6404.11.81.90 - Other

This HTS classification, 6404.11.81.90, pertains to "Other" footwear falling within the specific subcategory of sports footwear with outer soles of rubber or plastics, and textile uppers. These shoes are designed for athletic activities, including but not limited to tennis, basketball, and general training. The defining criteria for this particular code are that the footwear is valued at over $6.50 but not over $12 per pair, and its uppers are constructed from vegetable fibers. Furthermore, the outer soles must incorporate textile materials that constitute the greatest surface area in contact with the ground, excluding those specifically addressed by additional U.S. note 5 to this chapter.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings, 6404.11.81.30 (For men) and 6404.11.81.60 (For women), is the absence of a gender-specific designation. While those sibling categories are distinguished by the intended wearer's gender, this "Other" category serves as a catch-all for footwear meeting all other criteria but not specifically categorized as for men or women. This often includes unisex designs or items where the gender is not readily apparent or is not the primary distinguishing feature for classification.

As a leaf node within the HTS classification system, 6404.11.81.90 does not have further subcategories. Classification into this code is therefore dependent on meeting all the preceding descriptive elements, including the material composition of the uppers and outer soles, the intended use as sports footwear, the price point per pair, and the absence of specific exclusions outlined in the relevant additional U.S. notes. Careful consideration of each of these factors is crucial for accurate import and export declarations.