Men's Wooden Platform Espadrille Sneakers Rubber Upper from Japan
Stylish men's espadrille-style sneakers built on a wooden platform sole with uppers made almost entirely of flexible rubber or plastic material exceeding 90% external surface coverage. This construction fits HTS 6402.99.23.30 for men's footwear without foxing overlap or protective features. Ideal for casual urban outings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
18%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Conduct surface area measurements per Chapter Note 4(a) to document rubber/plastics dominance, including reinforcements
• Label clearly as 'men's' with size charts; mixed sizing can lead to audits and duty adjustments
• Avoid chemical treatments that could imply weather protection, triggering exclusion from this code