Adidas Ultraboost Polyester Mesh Upper from Germany
Synthetic mesh upper component for Adidas Ultraboost sneakers, made from polyester and nylon yarns with Primeknit technology. Falls under HTS 6406.10.90.40 as a removable footwear upper of man-made fibers, where textile materials dominate the external surface per Chapter Note 4(a).
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
• Conduct fiber content analysis certificate to prove man-made fibers exceed cotton or wool content
• Label shipments clearly as 'unassembled footwear uppers' to distinguish from complete shoes under 6404
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain Chinese-origin synthetic uppers; check Commerce scope rulings