Men's Cork Base Plastic Urban Platform Loafers

Casual men's loafers with uppers made predominantly of molded plastics (over 90% visible external area), elevated on a cork platform base for added height and comfort. No foxing or weatherproofing features qualify it precisely for 6402.99.25.30 as men's footwear with rubber/plastic uppers and cork base.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China12.5%+17.5%30%
🇲🇽Mexico12.5%+10.0%22.5%
🇨🇦Canada12.5%+10.0%22.5%
🇩🇪Germany12.5%+10.0%22.5%
🇯🇵Japan12.5%+10.0%22.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6402.99.90Higher: 37.5% vs 30%

If without cork base or platform

Absence of cork base shifts to general 'other' rubber/plastic footwear for men, not the specific platform subheading.

6403.99.90Lower: 27.5% vs 30%

If upper includes leather components

Leather uppers (per Chapter Note 3) move to Chapter 64 leather footwear headings.

6402.91.90Higher: 37.5% vs 30%

If valued over $12/pair with protective features

Higher-value protective active footwear may qualify under different subheadings if designed for outdoor activities.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Measure external surface area excluding reinforcements to confirm >90% plastics per Chapter Note 4(a)

Provide supplier specs on cork base to differentiate from standard rubber soles during customs review

Label accurately as non-protective to prevent scrutiny under chemical/weather exclusion clauses