Nike Air Zoom Pegasus Trail 3 Textile Sneakers from Germany

These running shoes feature textile uppers made from synthetic mesh for breathability and outer soles primarily of rubber with a textile covering that has the greatest surface area in contact with the ground. They are valued between $6.50 and $12 per pair, qualifying under HTS 6404.11.85.90 due to the specific material composition and non-sports classification as they lack provisions for spikes or cleats.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

22.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify outer sole composition via lab testing to confirm textile material has greatest ground contact area, excluding non-durable textiles per U.S. note 5

Provide detailed value documentation and invoices showing per-pair pricing within $6.50-$12 range to avoid reclassification

Ensure uppers are predominantly textile (greatest external surface area) and not vegetable fibers like cotton for this subheading