Sisal Fiber Gladiator Sandals from Germany
Fashionable gladiator-style sandals with braided sisal uppers, a natural vegetable fiber from agave plants. Upper material meets the greatest external surface area requirement with no leather or plastics dominance. 'Other' category applies as casual, non-athletic design.
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
• Conduct surface area measurements per Note 4(a); sisal braiding must dominate over any straps or soles
• Label accurately for CBP exams; blending with synthetics risks reclassification to 6404.19
• For sets with matching bags, classify separately; bundled sets may alter heading