Leather-Trimmed Textile Hiking Boot Upper from Germany

A formed upper for hiking boots made primarily of textile materials with over 50% of the external surface area covered by leather reinforcements and accessories, such as ankle patches and edging. This meets HTS 6406.10.20 as it qualifies as a formed upper where leather constitutes the dominant external surface per chapter note 4(a). It is imported without the outer sole for assembly into complete footwear.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

20.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify leather covers >50% external surface including reinforcements via detailed photos and material breakdown to avoid reclassification

Provide lab tests confirming leather from headings 4107 or 4112-4114 as per chapter notes; retain supplier certifications