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Classic Japanese Zori Sandals

Traditional Japanese zori sandals with rubber straps or thongs assembled to a rubber sole via plugs. The minimalist design and rubber-only construction place them under tariff item 6402.20.11, which covers sandals solely of rubber.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China16%—16%
🇲🇽Mexico16%—16%
🇺🇸United States16%—16%
🇩🇪Germany16%—16%
🇯🇵Japan16%—16%

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6402.20.20Higher: 18% vs 16%

If the straps or sole include plastic materials

Plastic zori sandals fall under this item for footwear with uppers and soles of plastics.

6402.20.19Same rate: 16%

If the sandals have rubber components but are not solely of rubber

This item covers other rubber footwear that does not meet the 'solely of rubber' requirement.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm that the straps and sole are both made entirely of rubber, with no textile or plastic elements

• Keep supplier documentation showing the rubber composition for CBSA verification

• Note that the plug assembly is a key feature for classification under this item