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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina6%+10.0%16%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico6%+10.0%16%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada6%+10.0%16%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany6%+10.0%16%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan6%+10.0%16%

Alternative Classifications

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

6403.99.75Higher: 17% vs 16%

If genuine leather straps forming the upper

Leather uppers with rubber sole classify under 6403.99

6405.90.90Higher: 22.5% vs 16%

If with heavy-duty construction for rugged outdoor protection

Protective features against weather/elements to heading 6405

4016.95.00.00Higher: 21.7% vs 16%

If as rubber strap assemblies without complete sole attachment

Other rubber articles if not constituting complete footwear

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Photographically document strap configurations for surface calculations

โ€ข Differentiate from leather-look plastics via material testing

โ€ข Ensure not exceeding height limits suggesting sports footwear

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