Nike Flex Runner Low Sports Shoe from Germany
Entry-level athletic running shoes with rubber/plastic uppers and outer soles, designed for sports training with cushioning and flexibility. Classified under HTS 6402.19.50.61 as sports footwear (not meeting strict subheading note criteria like spikes) valued between $3-$6.50/pair. The upper's predominant rubber/plastic surface area determines classification per Chapter Note 4(a).
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
32%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%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 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify value per pair with commercial invoice; undervaluation leads to penalties under 19 CFR 152
• Label footwear clearly with HTS, country of origin, and material content per 19 CFR 134 and 16 CFR 303
• Avoid misclassification as non-sports; document design intent if challenged by CBP