Men's Abaca Fiber Deck Shoes from Mexico
Men's deck shoes with uppers made from abaca (Manila hemp) fibers, a vegetable textile material. The abaca provides the main external upper surface per Chapter Note 4(a), classifying them under tariff item 6405.20.90 as other footwear with textile uppers. The grippy sole is secondary in ground contact.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
18%
Import Tips
• Ensure the abaca fiber is the dominant upper material by external surface area
• Declare the correct HS code 6405.20.90 to facilitate customs clearance
• Verify the product is not sports footwear, which would fall under a different subheading