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Women's Pigskin Loafers from Germany

Classic women's loafers featuring uppers made primarily from genuine pigskin leather, with a rubber outer sole for everyday wear. The pigskin upper provides a soft, supple texture ideal for casual and professional settings, classified under HTS 6403.99.90.55 due to the pigskin upper, women's sizing, and value over $2.50/pair. Not designed as sports footwear, it falls into the 'other' category.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.380%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 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify pigskin upper dominates external surface area per Chapter Note 4(a); provide lab tests if blended materials raise doubts

• Include detailed leather origin certificates to confirm pigskin from headings 4107 or 4112-4114 as per Chapter Note 3(b)

• Avoid misclassification as sports footwear by ensuring no provisions for spikes or cleats; document casual use