Raffia Sports Slip-On from Germany
Slip-on sports trainer from raffia vegetable fibers in upper, with glue-only textile sole (textile max ground contact per US note 5), no foxing, <$3/pair. 6404.11.41.90 classification for training shoe design and precise adhesive criteria. Lightweight option for warm-weather activities.
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
• Confirm no heel/toe sole overlap via blueprints; test sole durability to ensure textile qualifies under US note 5; declare exact fiber percentages to preempt audits