Baby Plastic Pool Slippers
Soft slip-on slippers for infants with plastic uppers and thin textile-lined soles where textile lacks strength for normal use (U.S. note 5). Valued under $3/pair for poolside or bath use. Classified in 6402.99.61.00 for low-value other rubber/plastics footwear.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If uppers have ≥50% textile external surface
Textile uppers by greatest surface area (note 4(a)) lead to heading 6405 for strap-type footwear.
If constructed from woven textile with plastic coating
Woven textiles with visible plastic layer count as plastics (note 3), but if primarily textile, may go to Chapter 61.
If imported as outer sole components only
Chapter note 2 excludes trimmings but classifies soles/heels as parts under 6406 if not complete footwear.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Test sole textiles for durability characteristics to document why not counted under U.S. note 5 during CBP review
• Ship in consumer packaging with size/age labeling to qualify as finished footwear, not parts
• Avoid bulk packaging that could imply industrial/parts use under heading 6406
Related Products under HTS 6402.99.61.00
Kids' Plastic Beach Sandals
Lightweight sandals for children featuring uppers of rubber or plastics and outer soles where textile materials have the greatest ground contact area, but these textiles lack the durability and strength for normal sole use per U.S. note 5. Valued under $3/pair, they are ideal for beach or casual summer wear. Classification falls under 6402.99.61.00 as other footwear not qualifying for textile sole dominance.
Toddler Rubber Rain Shoes
Small waterproof shoes for toddlers with rubber uppers and soles incorporating non-durable textile backing not counted for ground contact per U.S. note 5. Designed for rainy play, valued not over $3/pair. Fits 6402.99.61.00 as other plastic/rubber footwear excluding sports types.
Disposable Plastic Shower Clogs
Single-use clogs with rubber uppers and soles featuring lightweight textile cover disregarded for ground contact due to lack of strength (U.S. note 5). Priced under $3/pair for hostel or travel use. Under 6402.99.61.00 as other non-sports footwear.
Children's Rubber Play Slides
Open-toe slide sandals for kids made with plastic uppers and soles with textile materials having largest ground area but ignored per U.S. note 5 for lacking durability. Valued not over $3/pair for playground use. Fits 6402.99.61.00 criteria perfectly.
Infant Plastic Bath Footies
Cozy foot coverings for babies with rubber uppers and soft textile-padded soles not counting for contact area (U.S. note 5). Under $3/pair for home bathing. Classified as other footwear in 6402.99.61.00.
Travel Plastic Flip-Flops
Compact flip-flops with plastic uppers and flip-flop style soles where textile layer has greatest ground contact but disregarded under U.S. note 5. Valued ≤$3/pair for travelers. 6402.99.61.00 for other rubber/plastics footwear.