Men's Gore-Tex Waterproof Hiking Overboots from Germany
These overboots are designed to slip over regular hiking boots, featuring a textile upper with Gore-Tex membrane for waterproof protection against inclement weather and cold. The rubber outer sole provides traction on wet terrain. Classified under 6404.19.20.30 as men's protective footwear worn over other shoes with textile upper and rubber sole.
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
• Verify waterproofing claims with lab tests; must protect against water per Chapter Note 4 for classification
• Label fiber content of textile upper accurately; include country of origin on packaging
• Avoid misclassification as regular boots (6403); provide evidence of 'over footwear' design