Men's Glue-Only Sisal Textile Training Shoes from Germany
Training shoes for men with uppers of sisal vegetable fibers and soles featuring textile with greatest ground contact (non-durable per US note 5). Rubber outer soles affixed solely by adhesive to the upper and mid-sole, no foxing or non-toe/heel overlaps, valued $3-$6.50/pair under 6404.11.61.30. Designed as gym/training sports footwear per chapter definitions.
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
• Conduct surface area measurements for uppers (vegetable fibers >50%) and soles (textile max contact, non-durable proof)
• Avoid pitfalls by excluding any stitching or mechanical foxing in manufacturing; adhesive exclusivity must be certified
• Declare as men's only; size charts confirming adult male sizing prevent women's code errors