6404.11.90.80 - Other

This HTS category, 6404.11.90.80, encompasses a broad range of sports footwear where the outer sole is made of rubber or plastics and the upper is constructed from textile materials. This includes athletic shoes not specifically categorized elsewhere within the sports footwear classification. Examples include running shoes, casual athletic trainers, walking shoes designed for athletic purposes, and other similar footwear intended for sporting activities or leisure wear with an athletic design.

It is crucial to distinguish this category from its sibling, 6404.11.90.70, which specifically covers ski boots, cross country ski footwear, and snowboard boots. The defining characteristic of this "Other" category is that it includes sports footwear that does not fit the specialized definitions of ski or snowboard boots, focusing instead on general athletic and recreational shoe types.

As a leaf node in the HTS classification system, this category does not have further subdivisions. Therefore, the classification hinges on the primary intended use as sports footwear, the material composition of the outer sole (rubber or plastics) and upper (textile), and the stated value threshold of over $12 per pair. Careful consideration of the design, construction, and stated purpose of the footwear is essential to ensure accurate classification within this residual "Other" category.