Removable Orthopedic Insole from Germany
A flexible, removable insole designed for custom shoe fitting, made from foam with fabric covering, used as a footwear part. Falls under HTS 6406.10.90 as 'similar articles' to heel cushions, distinct from outer soles per Chapter Note 2 exclusions. Not fixed permanently in shoes.
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
• Specify 'removable' and 'not outer sole' in docs to differentiate from complete footwear
• Ensure no spikes or ground-contact features to avoid outer sole misclassification