6404.19.39 - Other

This HTS category, 6404.19.39, encompasses footwear with outer soles of rubber or plastics and uppers of textile materials, which are not specifically described in sibling subheadings. It falls under the broader classification of footwear designed for general use, excluding specialized types like athletic footwear or those with distinct construction features. The "Other" designation signifies a catch-all for items not fitting into more narrowly defined subheadings within this section.

To differentiate, sibling categories 6404.19.36 and 6404.19.37 focus on specific configurations of textile uppers (vegetable fibers versus other textile materials) and the composition of their outer soles, particularly when textile materials are the primary component in contact with the ground, excluding certain considerations under additional U.S. notes. In contrast, 6404.19.39 covers footwear where these specific sole-upper material relationships or certain construction exclusions do not apply. The key differentiator lies in the absence of the specific textile sole requirements and exclusions found in its siblings.

Within this "Other" category, further distinctions are made. Subheading 6404.19.39.15 is reserved for house slippers, indicating a specific use and construction typically associated with indoor footwear. The remaining items under this HTS code are classified as "Other," meaning they are footwear with rubber or plastic outer soles and textile uppers that do not meet the criteria for house slippers or the specific requirements of the sibling subheadings, thus covering a wide range of general-purpose footwear not otherwise specified.