Elevated Wooden Platform Flip-Flops Rubber Straps from Japan
Fashion flip-flops with raised wooden platforms and minimal rubber strap uppers covering over 90% of the external surface, designed for beach or casual wear. No foxing band or protective features present. Fits 6402.99.23.90 as non-sports, non-protective footwear with qualifying rubber/plastic upper on wood base.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Measure external upper surface precisely, excluding reinforcements, to confirm >90% rubber/plastics compliance
• Provide origin certificates for wood components to address CITES if applicable for tropical hardwoods
• Declare accurate unit value; sub-$2.50/pair shifts to different rates – retain invoices as proof