Nike Air Zoom Pegasus Trail 4 Running Shoes from Germany
These trail running shoes feature a textile mesh upper for breathability and a rubber outer sole for traction. They are valued over $12/pair and classified under HTS 6404.19.90 as non-sports footwear with textile uppers and rubber/plastics soles, where the textile material dominates the external surface area of the upper.
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
• Verify the external surface area of the upper is predominantly textile (over 50%) per Chapter Note 4(a) to avoid reclassification to leather uppers
• Provide detailed value documentation including invoices showing pair value exceeds $12 to qualify for this subheading
• Ensure labeling complies with FTC fiber content rules for textile uppers to prevent customs holds