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%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
• 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