Men's Waterproof Hiking Shoes from Germany
Mid-cut men's hiking shoes with rubber soles and plastic-laminated uppers for water resistance, priced at $11/pair. Visible plastic layer on upper per chapter note 3(a), not sports footwear (no spikes), fits 6402.99.80.31 for men's other rubber/plastics footwear valued $6.50-$12.
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
• Test outer sole contact area (note 4(b)); ensure rubber dominates ground contact, excluding weak textiles
• Include lab reports on lamination for protective claims; avoid 'active footwear' mislabeling under US note
• Confirm men's sizing (e.g
• US 7-13); mixed shipments require segregation