Unisex Leather Espadrille Platform Ankle Shoes from Germany
Espadrille-style ankle shoes with jute-wrapped wooden platform bases, full leather uppers, and rubber outer soles, lacking an inner sole or metal toe-cap. HTS 6403.91.11.00 applies due to the wooden platform and predominant leather upper surface area.
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
• Document jute wrapping on wood doesn't alter base classification; focus on wood as primary platform
• Test for sole-ground contact material to confirm rubber/plastics dominance
• Watch for reclassification if reinforcements cover >50% of upper surface area