Kids' Plastic Beach Sandals from Germany
Children's open-toe sandals with plastic strap uppers and flexible plastic soles, typically sold in bulk for beach use, valued not over $3/pair. Fits HTS 6402.99.69.90 as other non-sports footwear with rubber/plastics materials per Chapter Note 4. Low-value casual design excludes it from higher-value or protective categories.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
48%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Measure external surface area of upper materials; plastics must dominate per note 4(a)
• For children's sizes, confirm not over $3/pair valuation; pitfall is mixing with pricier lines
• Provide photos showing non-protective, casual design to distinguish from hiking footwear