Toddler Rubber Rain Shoes from Germany
Small waterproof shoes for toddlers with rubber uppers and soles incorporating non-durable textile backing not counted for ground contact per U.S. note 5. Designed for rainy play, valued not over $3/pair. Fits 6402.99.61.00 as other plastic/rubber footwear excluding sports types.
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
• Conduct surface area measurements for uppers and soles per chapter note 4 to substantiate rubber/plastics dominance
• Include commercial invoices specifying per-pair value and sole material specs to avoid undervaluation disputes
• Ensure no sports features like cleats to prevent misclassification under sports footwear subheadings