Jute Training Slip-Ons from Germany
Slip-on training shoes with jute uppers and fabric soles where textile has primary ground contact (U.S. note 5). HTS 6404.11.51 for these <$3/pair textile-upper sports-style shoes, not meeting strict sports footwear criteria.
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
• Use ISF for advance filing; cheap footwear often scrutinized for transshipment
• Blend <50% non-veg fibers? Still 6404.11 if veg dominates surface
• Retail packaging? Classify as single if not substantial set per GRI 3