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Men's Adhesive Textile Sneakers from Germany

Casual men's sneakers featuring a textile upper made from nylon mesh and an outer sole of rubber affixed exclusively with adhesive, no foxing or overlapping sole except at toe. Valued between $3 and $6.50 per pair, these fall under HTS 6404.19.69.30 due to the specific construction method and price range for men's footwear. The upper's predominant textile material and adhesive-only attachment distinguish it from cemented or molded constructions.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

37.5%

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

• Verify sole attachment is exclusively adhesive with no stitching, foxing, or molding overlaps to avoid reclassification to 6404.19.30

• Provide lab tests confirming value under $6.50/pair and textile upper surface area >50% per Chapter Note 4(a)

• Label clearly as 'men's' sizing (e.g

• US 7+) and include fiber content disclosure to meet CBP entry requirements