Men's Textile Espadrille Sneakers from Germany
Men's modern espadrille-inspired sneakers using synthetic textile uppers and jute-blend textile soles (textile dominant contact), adhesive affixed without foxing, valued $5.50/pair. HTS 6404.19.61.30 due to non-vegetable fibers, construction exclusions, and men's other footwear specs. Lightweight summer option.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12.5%
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
• Espadrille-style soles often questioned—prove textile > other materials via cross-sections
• Adhesive bond testing recommended; chemical analysis prevents 'stitched' misclassification
• Size charts confirming men's fit (e.g
• EU 40+) aid gender subheading accuracy