Men's Leather Soccer Cleats from Germany
These soccer cleats feature a full leather upper and rubber outer sole with molded studs designed for traction on grass fields. Classified under HTS 6403.19.40.90 as sports footwear for men with leather uppers, not fitting specific subcategories like basketball or golf shoes. The cleats provide attachment points for studs, meeting the sports footwear definition.
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 leather upper exceeds 50% external surface area per Chapter Note 4(a); provide lab tests if contested
• Document sports design with cleat provisions to avoid reclassification to casual leather shoes
• Ensure accurate gender sizing labeling to stay in men's/youths/boys category