Cotton Terry Cloth Slip-On Mules from Germany
Absorbent cotton terry cloth open-toe mules for indoor use, with a thin composition leather-reinforced sole under 10% rubber/plastics equivalent. Slip-on style without fasteners qualifies under HTS 6404.19.30.20 for textile uppers and low synthetic content house slippers.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12.5%
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
• Document fiber content (e.g
• 100% cotton upper) with invoices and lab tests to confirm <10% rubber/plastics
• Avoid marketing as 'outdoor' or 'sports' to prevent scrutiny under sports footwear notes