Vinyl-Coated Textile Mules from Germany
Backless mule slippers with vinyl-coated synthetic textile uppers (textile base visible) and textile soles. Counts as textile upper/sole for 6404.19.37 per Chapter Note 2(a).
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Coating doesn't change textile status if naked-eye visible (Note 2(a))
• Avoid over-thick vinyl claiming plastic upper