Import Guide
Footwear imports face high tariffs and countervailing duties. Learn about labeling requirements, classification, and regulations.
Classify by sole material, upper material, and use (athletic, dress, safety).
Verify if footwear from the country of origin is subject to antidumping duties. China has active duties.
NOM-020-SCFI requires sole and upper materials, size, country of manufacture.
If an FTA applies, prepare the certificate of origin for tariff benefits.
Customs may verify materials, origin, and declared classification.
Pay duty, VAT, and countervailing duties if applicable.
Tariffs: 25-35% for most footwear. With USMCA: 0%. Countervailing duties for Chinese footwear: $0.12 to $3.82 USD/pair by type.
Countervailing duties on Chinese footwear are significant; verify current amounts
Classification depends on the predominant material composition
Safety footwear may require additional NOM standards
Labeling must be in Spanish and permanently affixed