Vinyl Beach Slide Sandals from Germany
Open-toe slide sandals made with molded vinyl uppers that cover over 90% of the external surface, ideal for beach or poolside wear. The all-plastic construction without foxing or reinforcements places it in HTS 6402.99.31.77 for other non-sports rubber/plastic footwear.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%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 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document molding process to prove integral plastic upper construction
• Measure external surface area excluding accessories to substantiate 90% threshold
• Label accurately as casual wear to prevent shifts to protective or sports classifications