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.
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If qualifying as protective active footwear for trail running or hiking, valued >$24/pair
US Note defines protective active with water protection via coated textiles, separate subheading
If uppers have 90%+ rubber/plastics but valued over $12/pair without protective features
Value-based distinction within 6402.91 for non-protective higher-value footwear
If imported as loose rubber straps or components, not assembled into complete footwear
Chapter Note 6 excludes mere trimmings/parts from heading 6406; loose rubber goes to Chapter 40
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Conduct surface area measurements per Chapter Note 4(a) guidelines; include calculations in import files
• Use HTS advisory rulings for borderline plastic-coated designs to preempt CBP disputes
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