Hydroguard Running Shoes from Germany
Running shoes with Hydroguard coated textile uppers for water repellency and rubber soles optimized for trails. Classified in HTS 6402.99.32.90 as protective active footwear for running/trail use, >$24/pair, meeting water protection via coated fabric. Rubber outer sole has greatest ground contact.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
20%
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
• Include manufacturer specs on coating visibility to naked eye for plastics classification per chapter note 3
• Watch for undervaluation claims; provide invoices proving >$24/pair for this subheading
• Avoid common error of classifying as casual shoes if trail lugs present