Unisex Nylon Canvas Espadrilles from Germany
Summer espadrille-style shoes with uppers of nylon canvas (synthetic textile, non-vegetable) and jute-like textile outer soles providing the largest ground-contact area. Priced $3.50-$6/pair, they fit 6404.19.77 as the durable textile sole qualifies per chapter note 4(b) and U.S. note 5.
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
• Conduct surface area measurements for uppers per chapter note 4(a), ignoring minor reinforcements
• Test sole durability to confirm textile meets 'normal use' standards under U.S. note 5; weak materials risk reclassification
• Declare as 'other' footwear, not sandals, if covering most of foot; watch for seasonal import surges