Cotton Espadrille Flats from Germany
Women's flat espadrilles with cotton canvas uppers (vegetable fibers) and jute-rope wrapped textile soles affixed solely by adhesive, valued not over $3/pair. Textile materials dominate the outer sole's ground-contact area, disqualified from U.S. note 5 for lacking required strength. Precisely matches 6404.19.42 for budget-friendly adhesive-bound veggie-fiber shoes.
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
• Provide upper surface area measurements showing >50% vegetable fibers; pitfall is blends exceeding textile limit
• Document sole composition proving textile > other materials in ground contact, with value invoices < $3/pair
• Inspect for any foxing or heel/toe-only overlaps; CBP often rejects if adhesive bonding unclear