6402.99.79.90/Unisex Plastic Casual Sneakers/Germany

Unisex Plastic Casual Sneakers from Germany

Affordable unisex sneakers featuring uppers primarily of synthetic plastic materials and rubber outer soles, designed for everyday casual wear. The upper's dominant external surface is plastic, with no leather or textile predominance, classifying them under 6402.99 as other footwear valued between $3-$6.50/pair. These are not sports or protective footwear per chapter notes.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

37.5%

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

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Import Tips

• Measure value per pair excluding shipping; ensure invoice specifies $3-$6.50 range to avoid reclassification to higher/lower subheadings

• Conduct material surface area test per Note 4(a) to confirm plastic upper dominance; document with photos for CBP verification

• Avoid common pitfall of mislabeling as 'sports footwear'; confirm no provisions for spikes/cleats per subheading note