Women's Abaca Fiber Loafer-Style Shoes from Germany
Slip-on women's loafers with abaca (Manila hemp) vegetable fiber uppers and hybrid soles emphasizing textile ground contact. Valued at $6/pair, fits HTS 6404.19.72.60 as women's textile-upper shoes not over $6.50, non-sports. Abaca weave forms the greatest external surface.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide supplier affidavits confirming abaca as vegetable fiber, not synthetic mimic
• Conduct surface area measurements for uppers/soles; retain for 5 years post-entry
• Beware value averaging in shipments; individual pair values must stay under $6.50