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Budget Textile Basketball Shoes from Germany

Entry-level basketball sneakers with breathable textile mesh uppers and durable rubber outsoles for court grip. Falls under HTS 6404.11.79 as 'basketball shoes' sports footwear, textile upper material by greatest external surface area, priced $3-$6.50/pair.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

37.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty

Import Tips

Confirm 'basketball shoe' design features like high ankle support but no cleats to stay in 6404.11 sports category

Use detailed photos and material breakdowns in entry docs to prove textile upper dominance over any leather overlays

Avoid bulk packaging that inflates per-pair value; declare individual retail units accurately