Rubber-Reinforced Cotton Soccer Cleat Upper from Germany
Upper assembly for soccer cleats with rubber overlays and plastic reinforcements dominating over 50% of the external surface, despite cotton base fabric. Falls under HTS 6406.10.72.00 as it meets the <50% textile criterion including accessories. Designed for spike attachment but imported without sole.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
11.2%
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
• Include engineering specs showing accessory surface areas (rubber/plastics) to substantiate non-textile dominance
• Use HTS explanatory notes references in invoices to support classification during liquidation