Synthetic Hiking Boot Upper from Germany
Durable formed upper of nylon textile with ripstop reinforcements for hiking boots, including D-ring tabs for laces. Designed for rugged outdoor use but without sole. Classified in HTS 6406.10.35.00 as other textile formed uppers valued $6.50-$12/pair.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
13.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%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 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document that accessories like tabs or buckles don't alter predominant textile material per Chapter Note 4(a) and heading exclusions
• For high-volume imports, pre-apply for binding ruling on value brackets to avoid post-entry adjustments