Promotional Plastic Flip-Flops from Germany
Inexpensive flip-flops with rubber outsoles and plastic thong uppers, often branded for sports events or team giveaways, under $3/pair. Classified in 6402.19.30 as low-value other sports footwear of rubber/plastics. Sports association comes from promotional context despite basic design.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Declare promotional value accurately; exclude advertising costs from dutiable value
• Provide photos/specs showing no cleats/spikes to confirm 'other' sports category
• Batch imports by value; mixed lots require segregation for correct subheading