Men's Nike Air Zoom Structure 24 Running Shoes from Germany
These are men's training shoes with a textile upper and rubber outer sole, designed for running and athletic training activities. They qualify under HTS 6404.11.90.20 as sports footwear valued over $12/pair for men, with the textile material dominating the external surface area of the upper per Chapter Note 4(a).
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
• Verify the external surface area of the upper is predominantly textile (over 50%) using Chapter Note 4(a); measure excluding reinforcements
• Provide lab tests confirming outer sole material is rubber/plastics and value exceeds $12/pair to avoid reclassification
• Ensure labeling complies with FTC fiber content rules for textile uppers to prevent CBP holds