Burlap Beach Slides from Germany
Simple slide sandals made with coarse jute burlap uppers (vegetable fibers) featuring textile fabric soles attached only by adhesive, valued below $3/pair. The outer sole's textile has the largest ground-contact area, excluded by U.S. note 5. Fits 6404.19.42 for inexpensive veggie-fiber beach footwear.
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
• Label fiber content accurately—jute/burlap must dominate upper surface
• Avoid sole overlaps beyond toe/heel; document to prevent 6404.19.50 shift
• Keep assembly records showing adhesive-only process