Rubber Garden Clogs House Slippers from Japan
These lightweight house slippers feature uppers and outer soles made primarily of plastics, designed as slip-on style with open heels for indoor comfort. They qualify under HTS 6402.99.49.20 as house slippers without laces, buckles, or foxing bands, held to the foot by simple friction. The plastic construction provides durability for casual home use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Verify the upper and sole materials are predominantly rubber or plastics via lab testing to confirm classification
• Provide detailed photos and material breakdowns in entry docs to avoid misclassification as textile uppers
• Label clearly as 'house slippers' and ensure no foxing band to prevent shifts to other subheadings