Returned New Balance 990v5 Sneakers from Germany
New Balance Made in USA 990v5 running shoes exported for athletic competition abroad, returned within 3 years with original soles, laces, and construction intact despite competition wear. No foreign resoling or modifications occurred, qualifying for 9801.00.10.98.
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
• Competition entry forms and photos document legitimate athletic export
• Sole wear patterns must match between export/import inspections
• Lace replacement or orthotic insertion abroad eliminates duty-free status