Men's Abaca Fiber Deck Shoes from Germany
Non-slip deck shoes for men featuring uppers of abaca (Manila hemp) vegetable fibers, with rope detailing and grippy sole. Abaca provides the main external upper surface per Chapter Note 4(a), under HTS 6405.20.30.30 for men. Nautical style for marine use.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%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 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test for water resistance; if coated, may shift to rubber/plastics
• Ensure 'men's' via fit; unisex often defaults to women's subheading
• Parts like eyelets excluded from classification per Chapter Note 2