Stormproof Trail Runners from Germany
Stormproof trail running shoes with coated textile uppers and rugged rubber outsoles for wet conditions. Meets HTS 6402.99.32.90 for protective active footwear valued >$24/pair with water protection from coating. Plastics/rubber visible externally.
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
• Retain design drawings showing sporting/outdoor intent without sports-specific features
• Confirm no non-durable textile in sole per US note to maintain rubber classification
• Use HTS advisory rulings for high-value shipments to preempt disputes