Budget Hiking-Style Shoes from Germany
Trail-inspired low shoes with textile mesh upper and rubber sole, for light outdoor use, valued low. HTS 6404.19.79: textile upper (greatest surface), rubber sole, $3-$6.50/pair, not true sports footwear lacking spikes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
47.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Distinguish from sports via design; no spike provisions keeps it non-sports per subheading note
• Test for water protection; if coated textile and >$24/pair, may qualify as protective active under other subs
• Provide wear-test evidence if sole textile questioned for durability per US note