Plastic Garden Shower Clogs from Japan
Water-resistant clogs for garden or shower use, constructed from EVA plastic with open toes and heels, held by friction without fasteners. Classified under HTS 6402.99.49.80 for rubber/plastic uppers/sole, slip-on open-heel design lacking foxing. Ideal for wet environments due to non-slip molded soles.
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
• Label as 'waterproof plastic clogs' and include material composition certificates for customs
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as sandals if heel coverage exceeds open-heel criteria
• Document no laces or fasteners to prevent reclassification to laced subheadings