6404.19.82 - Wither uppers of vegetable fibers and having outer soles with textile materials having the greatest surface area in contact with the ground, but not taken into account under the terms of additional U.S. note 5 to this chapter

This HTS subcategory, 6404.19.82, specifically classifies footwear featuring uppers constructed from vegetable fibers. A key defining characteristic is that the outer sole, the portion making the greatest contact with the ground, must be composed of textile materials. This textile outer sole is further qualified by excluding materials that fall under additional U.S. note 5 of Chapter 64. The footwear within this classification is also distinguished by its price point, being valued at over $6.50 but not exceeding $12 per pair.

This category differentiates itself from its siblings by the specific material of its uppers. Category 6404.19.87, for instance, covers footwear with uppers made from textile materials *other than* vegetable fibers, though it shares the requirement for a textile outer sole and price range. Category 6404.19.89 encompasses "other" footwear within the broader 6404.19 designation, indicating it would cover items not meeting the specific upper material criteria of 6404.19.82 or 6404.19.87.

The subcategories under 6404.19.82 further refine the classification based on the intended wearer. These include specific provisions for footwear designed for men (6404.19.82.30), women (6404.19.82.60), and a general "other" category (6404.19.82.90) for footwear that does not fit the men's or women's designations, such as children's footwear or unisex designs. This breakdown allows for more precise statistical tracking and tariff application.