Men's Wool Felt Deck Shoes from Germany
Casual deck shoes for men featuring durable wool felt uppers and soles, suitable for boating or everyday wear with natural grip. Meets HTS 6405.20.60.30 criteria as men's footwear where wool felt constitutes the upper's external surface and sole's ground contact per Chapter Notes 4(a) and (b).
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 during pre-import audits to confirm wool felt dominance and avoid disputes
• Use HTS-specific invoices noting 'men's wool felt uppers and soles' to expedite customs processing
• Avoid blending with plastics visible to the naked eye, as Note 2(a) includes such textiles under plastics headings