New

Ask Wove anything about tariffs.

Try Tariff Assistant

Women's Textile Uppers Rubber Sole Slip-On Sandals from Germany

These casual slip-on sandals for women feature textile uppers made primarily of canvas with open toes and heels, secured without laces, buckles, or fasteners. The outer soles are of rubber, providing flexibility and grip. Classified under HTS 6404.19.39.60 due to textile uppers, rubber soles, slip-on design without foxing band, and specifically for women.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

37.5%

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

• Verify upper material is predominantly textile (>50% surface area) via lab testing to avoid reclassification to leather uppers

• Ensure no foxing or foxing-like band of rubber/plastics overlapping the upper, as that shifts to other subheadings

• Label clearly as 'women's' and provide sizing charts; common pitfall is misgender classification leading to audits