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Spandex Blend Slip-On Mules from Germany

Indoor mules with spandex-blend textile uppers and woven textile outer sole with greatest ground contact, minimal plastic backing ignored per US Note 5. Slip-on type without fasteners, open heels, fitting 6404.19.37.15 house slippers spec.

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 'characteristics usually required' (durability); non-qualifying textiles don't count toward surface area

• Use invoices specifying 'house slippers' and HTS; mismatches lead to 10-digit scrutiny