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TPR Dance Shoe Soles from Germany

Thermoplastic rubber (TPR) bottoms engineered for smooth dance shoe pivoting, with suede-like contact surface. Classified in 6406.90.30.30 as plastic/rubber bottoms for footwear parts. Excludes trimmings and meets material dominance tests.

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

• Test for TPR vs PVC composition as duties may vary; include lab analysis reports

• Mark as 'dance shoe bottoms only' to prevent misuse classification

• Watch shipment weights—lightweight soles often undervalued, triggering audits