Single-Mold PVC Thong Sandals from China
PVC thong sandals formed in one continuous molding operation, ensuring over 90% plastic external upper area sans foxing. Classified in HTS 6402.99.27.90 as other one-piece molded plastic sandals. Popular for everyday casual and poolside use.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20.5%
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
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Conduct surface area measurements per Chapter Note 4(a) excluding accessories
• Avoid common pitfall of incomplete invoices lacking 'one-piece molded' description
• Pair with HTS rulings on similar PVC products for CBP review