PVC Espadrille-Style Flats

Fashion flats mimicking espadrilles but with PVC uppers covering over 90% external area, no textile dominance. Excludes foxing and weather protection, thus under HTS 6402.99.31.77 for other rubber/plastic footwear.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6%+10.0%16%
🇲🇽Mexico6%+10.0%16%
🇨🇦Canada6%+10.0%16%
🇩🇪Germany6%+10.0%16%
🇯🇵Japan6%+10.0%16%

Alternative Classifications

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

6403.99.60Higher: 26% vs 16%

If leather upper material predominates

Leather uppers (headings 4107/4112-14) classify under 6403 per Chapter Note 3(b).

6402.99.32Higher: 37.5% vs 16%

If protective active footwear valued over $24/pair

US note defines trail/hiking shoes with water protection under separate subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use surface area diagrams in CF-7501 to demonstrate plastic dominance

Avoid 'waterproof' marketing that triggers protective exclusions

Ensure soles meet durability for ground contact per US note on textiles

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