Nike Air Zoom Pegasus Trail 3 Running Shoes from Germany
These lightweight running shoes feature a synthetic upper and rubber outer sole designed for trail running, with provisions for cleat-like traction lugs. They qualify as sports footwear under HTS 6402.19.70 due to their design for sporting activity and value between $6.50 and $12 per pair. The outer sole's rubber provides the greatest ground contact area.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
17%
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 footwear meets sports definition by documenting design for sporting activity and traction features like cleats or lugs
• Provide commercial invoice showing unit value clearly between $6.50-$12/pair to avoid reclassification to higher/lower value subheadings
• Conduct material testing for upper (greatest external surface) and sole (ground contact) to confirm rubber/plastics dominance