Women's Rubber Thongs

Minimalist women's thong sandals with rubber uppers and outsoles for everyday comfort. Rubber is the predominant external material for both upper and sole per chapter notes. Classified specifically under 6402.99.69.60 for low-value women's footwear.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China48%+10.0%58%
🇲🇽Mexico48%+10.0%58%
🇨🇦Canada48%+10.0%58%
🇩🇪Germany48%+10.0%58%
🇯🇵Japan48%+10.0%58%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6402.99.69.30Same rate: 58%

If for girls

Youth sizing designated for girls uses separate subheading.

6406.10Lower: 14.5% vs 58%

If only uppers imported

Rubber/plastics uppers alone (without soles) classify as footwear uppers.

4008.11Lower: 13.3% vs 58%

If unvulcanized rubber plates

Unprocessed rubber sheets or plates for potential sole use go to Chapter 40.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Prove valuation with tiered pricing sheets showing bulk discounts keep pairs under $3

Label insoles clearly if present, as they don't affect sole material determination

Screen for any textile laminates that could challenge plastics classification

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