6404.19.69 - Other

This HTS category, 6404.19.69, encompasses a specific subset of footwear characterized by its construction. The outer soles of these articles are made from rubber or plastics, while their uppers are constructed from textile materials. Crucially, this classification applies to footwear where the sole (or midsole, if present) is affixed to the upper exclusively through adhesive bonding. This excludes footwear featuring a foxing or foxing-like band that overlaps the upper, as well as footwear where the sole extends beyond the upper at the toe or heel.

Within the broader classification of footwear with textile uppers and rubber or plastic outer soles, this specific heading differentiates itself from its sibling category, 6404.19.61. While both share the same outer sole and upper material requirements, 6404.19.61 pertains to footwear where the outer sole incorporates textile materials, specifically those having the greatest surface area in contact with the ground and not falling under certain additional U.S. notes. Category 6404.19.69, in contrast, focuses on footwear where the sole construction adheres to the strict adhesive-bonding criteria without such specific textile sole characteristics.

The subcategories under 6404.19.69 provide further granular distinctions based on the intended wearer. These include classifications for footwear designated for men (6404.19.69.30), women (6404.19.69.60), and a residual "other" category (6404.19.69.90) for footwear that does not fit into the men's or women's designations, allowing for precise tracking and tariff application based on gender-specific design or marketing.