Synthetic Textile Aerobics Shoes from Germany
Low-impact aerobics shoes with synthetic textile uppers for flexibility and rubber soles with grip for studio classes. HTS 6404.11.89 captures these as gym/training shoes, sports category, $7.75/pair value.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
20%
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
• Specify synthetic type (nylon/polyester) in entries; affects potential fiber quota applicability
• Provide country-of-origin certificates; multi-country assembly common in footwear supply chains
• Watch for sole durability; weak textiles ignored for sole material per US note