Handball Gym Shoes with Sisal Upper from Germany
Handball shoes crafted with sisal (vegetable fiber) uppers for durability, textile outer soles dominant in ground contact, valued $3.50-$6.50/pair. HTS 6404.11.71 applies as sports footwear with non-qualifying textile soles under U.S. note 5. Enhances quick lateral movement.
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
• Use detailed BOM (bill of materials) proving vegetable fiber sourcing for uppers
• Customs may inspect for 'naked eye' plastic layers; ensure pure textile visibility
• Batch imports by value to prevent mixing brackets causing delays