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Men's PVC Work Boots from Germany

Durable men's ankle-high work boots made entirely from PVC plastic uppers and rubber outsoles, suitable for light industrial tasks, valued at $4.50/pair. Classified in HTS 6402.91.70.30 as other footwear with rubber/plastics materials covering the ankle, excluding sports types. Plastics form the greatest external upper surface per notes.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

37.5%

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

• Conduct material composition tests; woven textiles with plastic layer count as plastics if visible (Chapter Note 3(a))

• Avoid common pitfall of undervaluing; provide audited invoices to stay within $3-$6.50 bracket

• Declare if any metal reinforcements, but they don't affect upper material determination