Abaca Fiber Slipper Sandals from Germany
Simple slip-on sandals using abaca (Manila hemp) fiber uppers and rubber-based soles with extensive textile (abaca braid) ground coverage, non-durable per US rules. Under $3/pair valuation fits HTS 6404.19.52.90 for other veg fiber textile-upper shoes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
17.5%
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
• Source certificates of origin for abaca to confirm vegetable fiber status vs synthetic lookalikes
• Declare exact sole area measurements; textile >50% ground contact triggers this subheading