Jute Espadrilles from Germany
Classic espadrille-style shoes with uppers of woven jute (vegetable fiber) and flexible textile soles providing the main ground contact. Priced under $3/pair, they fit HTS 6404.19.52 due to vegetable fiber uppers and qualifying textile soles not excluded by U.S. note 5. Popular for casual, bohemian fashion.
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
• Obtain certificates confirming jute as vegetable fiber; blends over 50% non-vegetable may shift classification
• Conduct sole material analysis—ensure textiles meet durability for normal use per U.S. note 5
• Package as individual pairs; bulk shipments risk classification as parts under 6406