Faux Suede Vamp Reinforcement from Germany
Faux suede textile reinforcement strip for the vamp area of casual loafers. As other parts of uppers under HTS 6406.10.90.90, with plastics-backed textile surface predominant. Provides durability without changing upper classification.
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
• Naked-eye test for plastics layer crucial per chapter note 3
• Invoice as 'upper reinforcement parts' not trimmings
• Bulk shipments need weight-based declarations