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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If valued over $3/pair
Exceeds the $3/pair value threshold, shifting to the 'valued over $3/pair' subheading within the same other footwear category.
If uppers predominantly textile by external surface area
Chapter note 4(a) prioritizes material with greatest external upper surface; textile-dominant uppers classify under Chapter 64 heading 6405.
If knitted or crocheted uppers
Knitted footwear falls under Chapter 61; plastic/rubber elements don't override if knitting is primary construction method.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify outer sole composition via lab testing to confirm textile area is disregarded under U.S. note 5 due to insufficient durability
• Provide detailed value documentation per pair to prove valuation not over $3, avoiding reclassification to higher-value subheadings
• Label footwear clearly with materials and country of origin to meet CBP entry requirements and prevent delays
Related Products under HTS 6402.99.61.00
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.
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.
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.