Casual Textile Deck Shoes from Germany
Boat-inspired deck shoes with nylon textile uppers and non-marking rubber soles, priced $10.50/pair. Classified in HTS 6404.19.89 for other footwear not qualifying as sports or protective. Textile forms the greatest visible external area.
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
• Test outer sole for rubber/plastics composition if questioned at entry
• Separate laces and trims in classification per Chapter Note 2 for heading 6406
• Avoid describing as 'waterproof' to prevent protective active footwear scrutiny