Women's Textile Espadrille Wedges from Germany
Summer espadrille-style wedges with woven textile upper and rubber platform sole, priced $8-$11 per pair. Fits HTS 6404.19.89.90 for other footwear with textile uppers and rubber soles valued over $6.50 but not over $12. Outer sole rubber has greatest ground contact area per Chapter Note 4(b).
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Document jute rope accents as reinforcements not affecting upper material determination
• Provide sole composition breakdown confirming rubber/plastics as primary ground-contact material
• Avoid marketing as 'waterproof' to prevent scrutiny under protective footwear notes