HS code for running shoes
The U.S. HS code for running shoes is usually 6404.11.90.20 (men's, textile upper), with a 20% general duty and an estimated total of 32.5% from China and 32.5% from Vietnam once additional duties are added.
Estimates use tariff data as of October 22, 2026. The China and Vietnam estimates include Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%). From China, Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%) may also apply, up to 57.5% in total. Classifications and duty estimates are guidance based on the published HTSUS. The importer of record is responsible for the final classification.
Codes by variant
| Variant | HTS code | General duty | Est. from China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Men's, textile upper | 6404.11.90.20 | 20% | 32.5% |
| Women's, textile upper | 6404.11.90.50 | 20% | 32.5% |
- 6404.11.90.20: Valued over $12/pair / For men / Other
- 6404.11.90.50: Valued over $12/pair / For women / Other
What decides the code
Running shoes with rubber or plastic outer soles and textile uppers are sports footwear of heading 6404, split by gender under 6404.11.90.
- Upper material decides the heading. A textile upper puts the shoe in heading 6404, while a leather upper moves it to heading 6406 or 6403.
- Outer sole material decides the subheading. Rubber or plastics soles lead to 6404.11, the sports footwear group.
- Gender decides the line. Men's shoes take 6404.11.90.20 and women's shoes take 6404.11.90.50.
- Unit value over $12 per pair places the shoe in the 6404.11.90 subheadings rather than the lower value lines.
Common mistakes
- Classifying running shoes in 6403 is wrong when the upper is textile, since 6403 covers leather uppers.
- Using 6404.19 is wrong for running shoes, because that line covers footwear other than sports footwear.
- Putting a women's running shoe in 6404.11.90.20 is wrong, since that line is for men.
Estimated U.S. duty by origin
- China
- 32.5% = 20% general + 12.5% Section 301: Forced labor actionMay also apply: Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%). Up to 57.5%.
- Vietnam
- 32.5% = 20% general + 12.5% Section 301: Forced labor action
For HTS 6404.11.90.20, as a share of customs value, before fees. Check every measure for your entry with the tariff checker.
EU code and duty
- Men's, textile upper
- CN 6404 11 00, 16.9%
- Women's, textile upper
- CN 6404 11 00, 16.9%
EU Combined Nomenclature 2026, third-country (erga omnes) duty. Preferential rates and EU trade remedy duties are not included.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HS code for running shoes?
The U.S. HTS code for running shoes is usually 6404.11.90.20 (men's, textile upper). Other versions use 6404.11.90.50 for women's, textile upper. The first six digits, 6404.11, are the international HS code.
What is the U.S. import duty on running shoes from China?
The U.S. general duty on HTS 6404.11.90.20 is 20%. With the additional duties that apply to goods of China (Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%)), the estimated total is 32.5% of customs value. Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%) may also apply depending on the exact product. From Vietnam the estimate is 32.5%. Tariff data as of October 22, 2026.
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Codes checked against the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule retrieved October 22, 2026. Additional duties reviewed October 22, 2026. This is an estimate: the importer of record is responsible for classification.