Pigskin Golf Shoe for Men from Germany
A men's golf shoe featuring an upper made primarily from pigskin leather, designed specifically for golfing with spiked or cleated soles for traction on turf. The pigskin upper provides flexibility and breathability ideal for extended play. Classified under HTS 6403.19.30.30 due to pigskin uppers and qualifying as sports footwear for golf.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify pigskin upper constitutes greatest external surface area per Chapter Note 4(a); provide lab tests if contested
• Include detailed invoices specifying 'golf shoes with pigskin uppers' and spike provisions to confirm sports classification
• Avoid misclassification as casual shoes by documenting golf-specific design features like cleat attachments