Rubber Thong Sandals

Minimalist thong sandals with rubber Y-strap uppers and footbed, 100% rubber/plastics external surface. Beach/pool casual, excluding all exceptions. HTS 6402.99.31.

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.

6402.99.90Higher: 37.5% vs 16%

If with any foxing element around footbed

Foxing exclusion applies even to minimal designs

4002.99.00Higher: 35% vs 16%

If as uncured rubber sheeting for sandal production

Synthetic rubber in plates/sheets to Chapter 40

6404Higher: 47.5% vs 16%

If with textile webbing straps >10% surface

Textile upper material dominance shifts to 6404

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Simple designs minimize classification disputes

โ€ข Test rubber compound for sole durability (US Note)

โ€ข Volume imports may qualify for duty drawback programs

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