Adidas Lite Trainer Mesh Shoes from Germany
Casual training shoes with synthetic textile upper of polyester mesh and outer sole of TPU/rubber with minor textile overlays for flexibility, priced $8-11/pair. Classified under 6404.19.87.90 as non-vegetable fiber textile uppers and soles where rubber/plastics dominate contact per notes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Conduct surface area measurements for uppers and soles to substantiate textile classification under chapter note 4
• Avoid common pitfall of undervaluation claims by providing wholesale invoices and production costs
• Ensure no vegetable fibers like cotton exceed minimal thresholds to stay in 'other than vegetable fibers' subheading