Urban Fashion Sneakers from Germany
Trendy high-top fashion sneakers with plastic mesh uppers and rubber soles, styled for streetwear not athletics. Classified in 6402.99.80.91 for rubber/plastics materials, non-sports design, value $6.50-$12/pair. Visible plastic layer on textile meets Chapter Note 3(a).
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
• Label fiber content if any textile present under plastics; invoice must specify pair value
• Pitfall: Fashion spikes/ornaments—ensure no provision for cleats per sports note