Merino Wool Blend Ski Leg Warmers from Germany
Insulated leg warmers with 28% merino wool in a man-made fiber knit, used under ski boots for added warmth. They fall under HTS 6406.90.15.05 as textile parts of footwear—leg-warmers—with the required wool content. The design provides calf protection without being outer soles or full uppers.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Document end-use as ski footwear accessories to support classification as parts under Chapter 64
• Test for exact wool weight percentage; minor discrepancies can trigger audits
• Avoid mislabeling as 'socks' which would shift to heading 6115