Polyester Espadrilles from Germany
Summer espadrille-style shoes with woven polyester textile uppers and molded rubber soles, valued at $5/pair. Upper material dominates visible external surface; not designed for sports per subheading note. Fits 'other' category within specified value range.
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 no jute/rope soles that might qualify as different construction; label country of origin and material content clearly; separate value documentation for bulk vs retail packaged shipments