Unisex PVC Espadrille Flats from Germany
Summer-style unisex flats with PVC plastic uppers and rubber soles incorporating jute-textile accents that lack durability for U.S. note 5 consideration. Valued at $5/pair, these qualify under HTS 6402.99.71.00 as other footwear with rubber/plastic components.
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
• Test sole for 'characteristics usually required for normal use' to confirm textile exclusion under U.S. note 5
• Include technical specs and material breakdowns in entry docs to support Chapter Note definitions
• Package for retail sale only; bulk shipments may trigger parts classification scrutiny