Rubber Pool Flip Flops from Japan
Basic rubber flip-flops for poolside with open toes/heels, Y-strap design without buckles or laces (friction-held). Falls under HTS 6402.99.49.80 as plastic/rubber slip-on footwear excluding foxing types. Durable against water and abrasion.
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
• Test for rubber/plastics visibility on external upper surfaces per Chapter note 3
• Prepare advance ruling requests for unique molded designs to speed clearance