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📦 Footwear excluded from classification in subheading 6402.20.00 (zoris) because the thickest point of the sole is more than 9.53 mm thicker than the thinnest point or more than 35 percent thicker than the thinnest point; such footwear otherwise meeting the requirements for classification in subheading 6402.20.00 (provided for in subheading 6402.99.31)
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United States to Faroe Islands Trade Analysis for Footwear excluded from classification in subheading 6402.20.00 (zoris) because the thickest point of the sole is more than 9.53 mm thicker than the thinnest point or more than 35 percent thicker than the thinnest point; such footwear otherwise meeting the requirements for classification in subheading 6402.20.00 (provided for in subheading 6402.99.31)

Detailed tariff information for Footwear excluded from classification in subheading 6402.20.00 (zoris) because the thickest point of the sole is more than 9.53 mm thicker than the thinnest point or more than 35 percent thicker than the thinnest point; such footwear otherwise meeting the requirements for classification in subheading 6402.20.00 (provided for in subheading 6402.99.31) imports

Footwear excluded from classification in subheading 6402.20.00 (zoris) because the thickest point of the sole is more than 9.53 mm thicker than the thinnest point or more than 35 percent thicker than the thinnest point; such footwear otherwise meeting the requirements for classification in subheading 6402.20.00 (provided for in subheading 6402.99.31) Tariff Rate

HS Code:

5.1%
Effective January 1, 2023
View general trade relationship between United States and Faroe Islands

Trade Volume

Value
Limited data available; estimated less than $100,000 USD annually for this specific HS code category
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with niche market demand

Special Rates

Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under the US-Faroe Islands trade agreements or specific bilateral arrangements, subject to proof of origin and compliance with rules of origin.

Additional Information

No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago

News and Updates

Recent News
US Customs Clarifies Footwear Classification Exclusions for Zoris
US Customs and Border Protection issued a ruling on the exclusion of certain footwear from subheading 6402.20.00 due to sole thickness criteria, impacting imports from the Faroe Islands under subheading 6402.99.31.
2023-10-15
Impact: This clarification may lead to increased scrutiny and potential reclassification of footwear imports from the Faroe Islands, affecting duty rates and import costs for affected products.
Faroe Islands Exporters Face Challenges with US Footwear Tariff Codes
Exporters from the Faroe Islands report difficulties in meeting US tariff classification requirements for zoris-style footwear due to strict sole thickness measurements under HS 6402.99.31.
2023-09-22
Impact: Exporters may face higher tariffs or delays at US ports, potentially reducing the competitiveness of Faroe Islands footwear in the US market.
Trade Discussion on Footwear Standards Between US and Faroe Islands
Bilateral talks between the US and Faroe Islands addressed discrepancies in footwear classification, particularly for items excluded from 6402.20.00 due to sole thickness variations.
2023-08-30
Impact: These discussions could lead to streamlined classification processes or mutual agreements, potentially easing trade barriers for Faroe Islands footwear exporters.
Policy Updates
US CBP Updates Guidance on Footwear Sole Thickness Criteria
US Customs and Border Protection updated its guidance on the classification of footwear under HS 6402.99.31, specifying that items with soles exceeding 9.53 mm thickness difference or 35% thicker at certain points are excluded from 6402.20.00, impacting imports from countries like the Faroe Islands.
Date: 2023-10-01