Men's Mesh Slip-On Beach Shoes from Germany
Lightweight men's beach shoes with open heels, breathable textile mesh uppers, and minimal plastic/rubber sole (<10% weight). Qualifies for 6404.19.30.40 as slip-on open-heel footwear without laces.
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
• Test sole for ground-contact material durability (US Note to Chapter 64) to confirm rubber/plastics
• Label clearly as 'for men' to match subheading; ambiguous gender risks 6404.19.50
• Bulk packaging vs retail may affect duty if deemed not for immediate sale