Plastic Loafer Slip-Ons from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide cross-section diagrams showing plastic layer visibility per Note 3(a)
• Distinguish from vinyl (plastics) vs genuine leather in marketing
• Monitor for 'galosh' features that trigger 6405 protective classification