Abaca Slip-Ons from Germany
Easy slip-on shoes crafted from abaca (Manila hemp) vegetable fiber uppers with textile soles having the greatest ground-contact area. Low value under $3/pair fits HTS 6404.19.52 precisely per material and note exclusions. Suited for everyday casual use.
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
• Use surface area calculations for uppers (ignore accessories per note 3(a)) in entry docs
• Separate from rubber-soled pairs in shipments to prevent commingling reclassifications
• Retain supplier invoices proving ≤$3/pair valuation against CBP challenges