Adhesive Canvas Slip-On Sneakers from Germany
Low-cost slip-on sneakers made with textile canvas uppers and rubber outer soles affixed exclusively with adhesive, no foxing or overlapping sole elements. Valued under $3/pair, these are everyday casual shoes for adults. Classified under 6404.19.49.90 due to the specific construction method and low value.
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 sole attachment is exclusively adhesive with no stitching or foxing to avoid reclassification to other subheadings
• Provide detailed construction photos and value documentation to confirm under $3/pair threshold
• Label fiber content of textile uppers accurately per FTC rules to prevent customs holds