Men's Leather Hiking Boots from Germany
Durable men's hiking boots with full-grain leather uppers extending over the ankle and rugged rubber outer soles for trail use. Classified in HTS 6403.91.60 as non-sports leather ankle boots for men, lacking spikes or cleats per subheading note. Not protective active footwear due to non-laminated textile.
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
• Document leather sourcing from headings 4107/4112-4114 to meet Chapter Note 3(b) definition
• Measure outer sole contact area to confirm rubber as dominant material per Note 4(b)
• Label clearly as non-sports to prevent reclassification under sports subheadings