Children's Synthetic Mesh Sneakers from Germany
Low-top sneakers for kids featuring uppers made primarily from synthetic textile mesh (polyester/nylon) and outer soles where textile materials dominate the ground-contact surface area, though not qualifying under US note 5 for durability. Valued under $3/pair with rubber/plastic soles adhesively attached without foxing or overlapping. Classified under 6404.19.47 due to textile upper (non-vegetable fibers) and textile-dominant sole per chapter note 4(b).
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
22.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify upper is >50% external surface area textile (non-cotton/veg fibers) via photos/labs; declare accurately to avoid reclassification
• Document value < $3/pair with invoices; soles must be adhesively cemented without foxing—inspect for overlaps at toe/heel only