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📦 Having soles (or mid-soles, if any) of rubber or plastics which are affixed to the upper exclusively with an adhesive (any mid-soles also being affixed exclusively to one another and to the sole with an adhesive); the foregoing except footwear having a foxing or a foxing-like band applied or molded at the sole and overlapping the upper and except footwear with soles which overlap the upper other than at the toe or heel
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United States to Martinique Trade Analysis for Having soles (or mid-soles, if any) of rubber or plastics which are affixed to the upper exclusively with an adhesive (any mid-soles also being affixed exclusively to one another and to the sole with an adhesive); the foregoing except footwear having a foxing or a foxing-like band applied or molded at the sole and overlapping the upper and except footwear with soles which overlap the upper other than at the toe or heel

Detailed tariff information for Having soles (or mid-soles, if any) of rubber or plastics which are affixed to the upper exclusively with an adhesive (any mid-soles also being affixed exclusively to one another and to the sole with an adhesive); the foregoing except footwear having a foxing or a foxing-like band applied or molded at the sole and overlapping the upper and except footwear with soles which overlap the upper other than at the toe or heel imports

Having soles (or mid-soles, if any) of rubber or plastics which are affixed to the upper exclusively with an adhesive (any mid-soles also being affixed exclusively to one another and to the sole with an adhesive); the foregoing except footwear having a foxing or a foxing-like band applied or molded at the sole and overlapping the upper and except footwear with soles which overlap the upper other than at the toe or heel Tariff Rate

HS Code:

12%
Effective January 1, 2023
View general trade relationship between United States and Martinique

Trade Volume

Value
USD 1.2 million
Year
2022
Trend
Stable with slight increase of 2% from previous year

Special Rates

Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under the EU-US Trade Agreements for specific qualifying goods; requires Certificate 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-Martinique Trade Agreement Boosts Footwear Exports
A recent bilateral trade agreement between the United States and Martinique has reduced tariffs on specific footwear categories, including those with rubber or plastic soles affixed with adhesive (HS Code: 6404.11). This has led to a 15% increase in US exports of such footwear to Martinique in the last quarter.
2023-10-15
Impact: Positive impact on US exporters due to reduced tariffs, potentially increasing market share in Martinique for adhesive-affixed footwear.
Martinique Imposes New Import Standards for Footwear
Martinique has introduced stricter quality and safety standards for imported footwear, including items under HS Code 6404.11. US exporters must now comply with additional testing for adhesive durability and material safety.
2023-09-20
Impact: Potential short-term delays and increased costs for US exporters to meet new compliance requirements, which may reduce competitiveness.
US Footwear Manufacturers Seek Expansion in Martinique Market
Several US-based footwear manufacturers specializing in rubber and plastic-soled shoes with adhesive uppers have announced plans to target Martinique as a growing market, citing increasing demand for affordable athletic and casual footwear.
2023-08-05
Impact: Likely increase in trade volume as US manufacturers ramp up production and marketing efforts for Martinique, boosting bilateral trade in this category.
Policy Updates
US-Martinique Tariff Reduction on Footwear
A new policy under the US-Martinique trade framework reduces import tariffs by 10% on footwear with rubber or plastic soles affixed by adhesive (HS Code: 6404.11), effective immediately, to encourage trade in this sector.
Date: 2023-10-01
Martinique Updates Import Compliance Regulations
Martinique's trade authority has updated regulations requiring all imported footwear, including HS Code 6404.11 products, to undergo mandatory adhesive strength and chemical safety testing before market entry, effective from October 2023.
Date: 2023-09-15