Plastic Clog-Style House Slippers from Germany
Molded plastic house slippers resembling clogs, with uppers of solid plastics exceeding 90% external surface and a durable plastic outer sole. Intended solely for indoor household comfort without reinforcements like foxing. Falls under 6402.99.31.10 for rubber/plastic-dominated uppers in house slipper form.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Conduct surface area measurements ignoring accessories per chapter note 4(a) to substantiate >90% plastics claim
• Label clearly as 'house slippers' to distinguish from outdoor footwear during customs review
• Avoid common pitfall of incomplete bills of materials leading to reclassification