Budget Steel Toe Sneaker-Likes from Germany
Affordable sneaker-style safety shoes with thermoplastic uppers, rubber outsoles, and steel toe-caps for entry-level workers. Valued at $5.50/pair, classified 6402.99.16.00 for metal toe-cap rubber/plastics footwear.
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
• Use detailed photos in entries showing metal cap visibility to naked eye
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