6404.19.47.30/Men's Adhesive Textile Sneakers/Germany

Men's Adhesive Textile Sneakers from Germany

Casual low-top sneakers for men featuring a textile upper made from synthetic fibers and an outer sole primarily of rubber or plastics affixed exclusively with adhesive. The sole has textile components but rubber/plastics dominate ground contact per HTS notes. Valued under $3/pair, suitable for everyday wear, classified under 6404.19.47.30 due to construction method and material specs.

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

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Import Tips

• Verify sole attachment is exclusively adhesive with no stitching or molding; document manufacturing process to avoid reclassification

• Confirm valuation under $3/pair with commercial invoices; include fiber content labels for textile uppers to meet CBP requirements

• Avoid common pitfall of foxing bands—ensure no overlapping sole elements except toe/heel to stay in this subheading