Men's Pigskin Soccer Cleats from Germany
These soccer cleats feature pigskin leather uppers designed for sporting activity with attached cleats for traction on grass fields. The outer sole is rubber, providing grip, and the pigskin upper constitutes the greatest external surface area. Classified under 6403.19.40.30 as sports footwear for men with pigskin uppers.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%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 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify pigskin upper via lab testing for surface area dominance per Chapter Note 4(a); document with photos and material specs
• Confirm cleats qualify as sports footwear under subheading note; avoid misclassification as casual shoes
• Include leather origin certificates to prevent undervaluation disputes at customs