PVC Rain Boots for Adults from Germany
These waterproof rain boots cover the ankle but not the knee, with both soles and uppers made of poly(vinyl chloride) comprising over 90% of the external surface area. They are not stitched, riveted, or similarly assembled, fitting precisely under HTS 6401.92.60.00 due to their PVC construction and waterproof design.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify that over 90% of the external surface area of soles and uppers is PVC via lab testing to confirm classification
• Ensure labeling indicates PVC material and waterproof properties; provide assembly process documentation showing no stitching or riveting
• Avoid common pitfalls like misclassifying as rubber if PVC layer is not predominant externally