Cashmere Shoe Tongue Insert from Germany
A pre-cut tongue component for shoe uppers made from fine cashmere hair fabric, providing cushioning and luxury feel. Classified under HTS 6406.10.90.20 as a part of footwear upper from fine animal hair, excluding stiffeners. Cashmere qualifies as fine animal hair per Chapter 51 definitions.
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
• Obtain certificates of origin for cashmere sourcing to support fine animal hair claims; label parts clearly to prevent confusion with complete uppers; check for reinforcements that might alter material dominance