Men's Cork Base Plastic Urban Platform Loafers from Germany
Casual men's loafers with uppers made predominantly of molded plastics (over 90% visible external area), elevated on a cork platform base for added height and comfort. No foxing or weatherproofing features qualify it precisely for 6402.99.25.30 as men's footwear with rubber/plastic uppers and cork base.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12.5%
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
• Measure external surface area excluding reinforcements to confirm >90% plastics per Chapter Note 4(a)
• Provide supplier specs on cork base to differentiate from standard rubber soles during customs review
• Label accurately as non-protective to prevent scrutiny under chemical/weather exclusion clauses