6406.10.50.00 - Other

HTS code 6406.10.50.00, described as "Other," falls under the broader category of formed uppers, excluding those with stiffeners, within the classification of parts for footwear. This specific designation serves as a residual category for formed uppers that do not meet the specific criteria outlined in preceding subheadings. It encompasses a variety of pre-shaped upper components for footwear that are intended to be further assembled into a finished shoe.

This category is distinguished from its sibling, 6406.10.45.00, by its exclusion from specific material and functional definitions. While 6406.10.45.00 focuses on formed uppers composed predominantly of rubber or plastics, with particular features like foxing or protective design for specific working conditions, 6406.10.50.00 covers all other formed uppers. This means any formed upper that is not primarily rubber or plastic, or does not possess the specified protective functionalities, will be classified here, provided it meets the general definition of a formed upper.

As a leaf node in the HTS classification, 6406.10.50.00 does not have further subcategories. Therefore, classification into this code relies on a thorough examination of the formed upper's physical characteristics, material composition, and its intended use in footwear manufacturing, ensuring it does not fit into any more specifically defined sibling categories. Examples could include formed uppers made of leather, textiles, or composite materials that are designed to provide the primary structure and aesthetic of the footwear but do not fall under the exclusionary criteria of other subheadings.