Other
Other footwear with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics: > Other footwear: > Other: > Other: > Having uppers of which over 90 percent of the external surface area (including any accessories or reinforcements such as those mentioned in note 4(a) to this chapter) is rubber or plastics (except footwear having a foxing or a foxing-like band applied or molded at the sole and overlapping the upper and except footwear designed to be worn over, or in lieu of, other footwear as a protection against water, oil, grease or chemicals or cold or inclement weather): > Other: > Other
Duty Rate (from China)
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
Subheadings
Products classified under HTS 6402.99.31
Canvas Sneakers with Plastic Upper
Low-top casual sneakers featuring uppers constructed primarily from plastic-coated canvas, where over 90% of the external surface area is rubber or plastics per Chapter Note 4(a). The outer sole is also rubber or plastics. This classifies under 6402.99.31 as other footwear not having foxing or protective features.
Plastic Clog Sandals
Open-toe clog-style sandals made entirely from molded rubber or plastics uppers and soles, with over 90% external surface coverage by plastics. No foxing or protective overlays. Fits 6402.99.31 as other non-sports, non-excepted rubber/plastics footwear.
Kids' Rubber Mary Janes
Children's dress shoes styled as Mary Janes with fully rubber/plastic uppers (>90% surface) and matching soles, for casual wear. Excludes sports/protective features and foxing. HTS 6402.99.31 applies to these other footwear.
Plastic Loafer Slip-Ons
Casual loafer-style slip-on shoes with seamless plastic uppers covering >90% surface area, rubber outsole. No foxing, sports design, or weather protection. Fits precisely in 6402.99.31 other category.
Rubber Ballet Flats
Women's faux-ballet flats constructed from rubber uppers with over 90% external surface coverage, flexible rubber sole. Casual fashion item without foxing or sports features. HTS 6402.99.31 classification.
Plastic Fisherman Sandals
Open-toe sandals with crisscross plastic straps forming >90% upper surface of rubber/plastics, sturdy sole. Fashion casual style, no foxing or cleats. 6402.99.31 for other footwear.
Vinyl Platform Wedges
Women's platform wedge sandals featuring vinyl (plastic) uppers covering over 90% external area, rubber platform sole. Fashion footwear without foxing exclusions. Classifies 6402.99.31.
Rubber Gladiator Sandals
Strappy gladiator-style sandals molded from rubber with >90% external plastics/rubber surface, flexible sole. Casual summer footwear, no foxing or sports design. 6402.99.31 applies.
Plastic Mule Slippers
Backless mule-style slippers made from molded plastics upper and sole, over 90% rubber/plastics coverage. Indoor/outdoor casual use, excluding foxing/protective. HTS 6402.99.31.
TPR Casual Sneakers
Low-profile casual sneakers using TPR (thermoplastic rubber) for uppers >90% external surface and outsole. Non-athletic design, no foxing. Perfect for 6402.99.31 other footwear.
Plastic Oxford Dress Shoes
Men's oxford-style dress shoes featuring plastic uppers (vinyl faux-leather) >90% surface area, rubber sole. Business casual, no foxing. 6402.99.31 classification.
Rubber Thong Sandals
Minimalist thong sandals with rubber Y-strap uppers and footbed, 100% rubber/plastics external surface. Beach/pool casual, excluding all exceptions. HTS 6402.99.31.
Rubber Slide Sandals
Simple slide-on sandals with uppers predominantly rubber straps and plastic base, exceeding 90% external rubber/plastics surface area. Outer sole matches material. Classifies in 6402.99.31 excluding sports, foxing, or protective designs.
Plastic Espadrille Flats
Women's flat espadrilles with uppers of plastic-coated non-textile material covering over 90% surface, distinguishing from traditional jute soles. No foxing band present. Falls under 6402.99.31 for other rubber/plastics footwear.