Men's Sisal Canvas Espadrille Sneakers from Germany
Casual men's espadrille-style sneakers with uppers of sisal vegetable fibers blended with minimal canvas for durability. The jute-rope inspired sole has textile materials providing the largest ground-contact area under rubber overlay. Priced $8-$11/pair, fitting 6404.19.82.30 for men's vegetable fiber textile uppers.
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 fiber content labels and supplier affidavits confirming vegetable fibers >50% external upper area
• Measure sole ground-contact precisely; textile must exceed rubber per naked-eye test without US Note 5 exclusions
• Avoid pitfalls by distinguishing from women's versions; gender-specific classification requires marketing evidence