Women's Textile Upper Running Shoes from Germany
Affordable women's running shoes featuring uppers primarily of synthetic textile materials and outer soles where textile components have the greatest ground contact area, excluding non-durable textiles per U.S. note 5. Valued between $3 and $6.50 per pair, these qualify under HTS 6404.11.75.60 as sports footwear like training shoes with specified materials. The design supports athletic activities without spikes or cleats.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12.5%
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 outer sole textile surface area exceeds other materials (excluding non-durable per U.S
• Note 5) with lab tests or supplier specs to confirm 6404.11.75.60 classification
• Include detailed invoices showing value $3-$6.50/pair and women's sizing; declare as sports footwear to avoid reclassification