Transparent Plastic Mule House Slippers from Japan
Backless mule-style house slippers made from clear plastics, where the upper material visibly covers over 90% external area including any edging. Designed exclusively for indoor lounging with plastic ground-contact sole. Classifies in 6402.99.31.10 due to plastic predominance and house slipper purpose.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16%
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
• Transparent materials still count as plastics per chapter notes; provide specs confirming visibility to naked eye
• Separate from galoshes by marketing as non-protective indoor footwear
• Watch for undervaluation penalties on high-volume household slipper shipments