Hemp Textile Volleyball Shoes from Germany
Volleyball shoes boasting hemp uppers (vegetable fibers) and soles with predominant textile ground contact. At $10.50/pair, they match HTS 6404.11.81.90 as 'other' sports footwear in the value band with the required material notes compliance.
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
• Ensure no leather reinforcements exceed upper surface area; measured per Note 4(a)
• Value averaging prohibited—each pair must individually meet $6.50-$12 criterion
• Prepare for quota checks on vegetable fiber products; consult latest HTS updates