Women's Agave Espadrilles
Women's casual espadrilles with uppers made from agave fiber, a vegetable textile material. The agave fiber constitutes the greatest external surface area of the upper, classifying them under tariff item 6405.20.90 as other footwear with textile uppers.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 18% | — | 18% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 18% | — | 18% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 18% | — | 18% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 18% | — | 18% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 18% | — | 18% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the outer sole is of rubber or plastics and the upper is of textile material
Footwear with textile uppers and rubber/plastic soles falls under heading 64.04 rather than 64.05.
If the upper is not predominantly textile material
Footwear with uppers of other materials, such as leather or rubber, would be classified here.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the agave fiber upper is the dominant external surface material; accessories like edging or ornaments are excluded from surface area calculations
• Declare the fibre content accurately on customs documents to avoid reclassification
• Verify whether the espadrilles qualify as 'other' footwear, not sports footwear, to maintain this classification
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