6404.19.89/Men's Textile Hiking Sneakers/Germany

Men's Textile Hiking Sneakers from Germany

These casual hiking sneakers feature a textile upper made primarily of nylon mesh for breathability and an outer sole of rubber providing traction. They are valued between $6.50 and $12 per pair, classifying under HTS 6404.19.89 as non-sports footwear with textile uppers and rubber soles not exceeding the value threshold. The upper's greatest external surface area is textile, per Chapter Note 4(a).

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

20%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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Import Tips

• Verify the value per pair is accurately documented between $6.50-$12 to avoid reclassification into higher value subheadings

• Provide lab tests confirming the textile upper has the greatest external surface area, excluding reinforcements as per Chapter Note 4(a)

• Ensure no spikes or cleats are present to prevent misclassification as sports footwear under subheading note