Clear Plastic Disposable Shower Shoes from Germany
Thin, molded plastic flip-flop style shoes for single-use in public showers or spas to prevent infections. They are lightweight and break down after one use, qualifying under HTS 6405.90.20.00 as disposable footwear. The plastic sole and upper lack reinforcement for repeated exposure.
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
• Document thin material gauge (<1mm) to prove disposability and avoid higher-duty reusable categories
• Label as 'single-use only' to distinguish from promotional plastic slippers
• Check for phthalate content compliance under CPSIA for consumer products