Men's Leather Goodyear Welt Brogues from Germany
Men's perforated leather brogue shoes with Goodyear welted soles and rubber heel inserts. Falls under 6403.99.40.55 for men's welt footwear with leather uppers and qualifying outer soles. Broguing is ornamental but doesn't affect material classification.
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
• Provide lab tests confirming leather composition from headings 4107/4112-4114 as per Chapter Note 3
• Document welt stitching process; customs may inspect for true welt vs. decorative elements
• Avoid declaring as 'dress shoes only' - specify if multi-use to prevent reclassification