6404.19.90 - Valued over $12/pair

This HTS classification, specifically 6404.19.90, encompasses footwear with outer soles of rubber or plastics and uppers of textile materials. The key defining characteristic for this subcategory is its valuation, which is specifically for pairs valued over $12. This criterion distinguishes these items from other footwear within the 6404.19.90 "Other" category that fall into lower price tiers.

Unlike its siblings which are defined by value thresholds of $3, $6.50, and $12, this category strictly applies to footwear exceeding the $12 per pair valuation. Therefore, customs officers and importers must carefully assess the declared value of the textile footwear with rubber or plastic soles to ensure accurate classification. This ensures that higher-value items are appropriately accounted for within the tariff system.

Within this valuation bracket, further subdivision is based on gender or other distinctions. The subcategories 6404.19.90.30 (For men), 6404.19.90.60 (For women), and 6404.19.90.90 (Other) allow for more granular tracking and statistical analysis of imported footwear based on end-user demographics or specialized types not covered by the men's or women's categories.