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Plastic Heel Counters from Germany

Rigid plastic reinforcements inserted into the heel area of shoes to provide structure and support. Falls under HTS 6406.90.30.60 as 'other' parts of footwear made of plastics, distinct from trimmings or outer soles.

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

Document that plastics form the greatest external surface; naked eye visibility per Chapter Note 3(a)

Label clearly as 'footwear heel counters' to avoid confusion with general plastic moldings

Plastic Heel Counters from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 6406.90.30.60