Knitted Wool Blend House Slippers from Germany
Soft knitted slippers from wool-blend yarn with molded plastic outer soles, intended for housewear only. Classified in 6404.19.59.15 due to textile uppers (knitted fabric dominant externally) and rubber/plastics soles, valued not over $3/pair as non-sports indoor footwear.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
48%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Document yarn composition for wool content claims; test uppers to confirm textile >50% external surface area
• Use commercial invoices specifying 'house slippers' and exact pair value to prevent customs disputes
• Watch for blending with leather trim—if leather exceeds surface area, reclassifies per Chapter Note 4(a)