Men's Jute Loafer-Style Shoes from Japan
Loafer-inspired closed-toe shoes for men with braided jute uppers, a vegetable bast fiber. The jute provides the primary upper surface, classifying them under tariff item 6405.20.90 as other footwear with textile uppers. The rubber outsole is secondary in ground contact.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
18%
Import Tips
• Ensure the jute upper is the dominant material by external surface area per Chapter Note 4(a)
• Declare the correct HS code 6405.20.90 to avoid penalties
• Verify the product is not sports footwear, which would change classification