New

Ask Wove anything about tariffs.

Try Tariff Assistant

Men's Bamboo Fiber Slip-On Sandals from Germany

These men's slip-on sandals feature uppers made primarily from bamboo vegetable fibers, providing breathability and comfort for casual wear. The outer soles are rubber with a textile material having the greatest surface area in contact with the ground, qualifying under HTS 6404.19.36.30 as they are open-heel, fastener-free, and exclude foxing bands. They are designed specifically for men with no laces or buckles.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%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 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify the upper's external surface area is predominantly vegetable fibers like bamboo per Chapter Note 4(a), documenting fiber content with lab tests

• Confirm outer sole textile coverage exceeds other materials in ground contact, excluding non-durable textiles per U.S

• Note 5; retain sole blueprints

• Avoid common pitfalls by ensuring no foxing band overlaps the upper, as this shifts classification to other subheadings