Polyester Vamp Panel from Germany
A die-cut polyester fabric panel forming the main body (vamp) of sneaker uppers, pre-punched for lacing. Falls under HTS 6406.10.90.60 as a part of footwear uppers from other textile materials, not a stiffener or complete upper. Used in assembly lines for casual and sports footwear.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%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 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide surface area measurements to confirm it's an upper part, not an outer sole or reinforcement per chapter note 4
• Use HTS advisory rulings for borderline cases to prevent customs disputes on part vs. finished good classification