Glued Textile Boat Shoes from Germany
Casual boat shoes with canvas uppers and rubber soles fixed solely via adhesive, no foxing or heel/toe-only overlaps. Value $3.50-$6/pair for everyday nautical style. Classifies in 6404.19.69.90 for specific bonding method.
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
• Use detailed construction specs in entry summary to prove adhesive exclusivity
• Watch for reinforcements mistaken as foxing; document as 'accessories' per Chapter Note 4
• Obtain binding ruling for borderline value declarations