Women's Nike Air Zoom Pegasus Running Shoes from Germany
These women's running shoes feature uppers constructed almost entirely of synthetic mesh and rubber overlays, exceeding 90% rubber or plastics external surface area. The outer sole is rubber for traction. Classified under HTS 6402.19.15.41 as women's sports footwear with predominantly rubber/plastic uppers, not meeting sports footwear exceptions like foxing bands.
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 upper material composition via lab testing to confirm >90% rubber/plastics external surface area, excluding reinforcements
• Provide detailed footwear construction diagrams and material specs in entry documentation to avoid reclassification
• Ensure 'sports footwear' claim aligns with design for sporting activity; mislabeling leads to audits