Plastic Indoor Slide Slippers from Japan
These house slippers feature uppers and outer soles made primarily of plastics, designed for indoor use with open-back slide style. They fall under HTS 6402.99.79.15 as other footwear valued over $3 but not over $6.50 per pair, specifically classified as house slippers due to their casual home wear purpose and plastic construction.
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
• Verify the value per pair does not exceed $6.50 to avoid higher subheadings; ensure uppers show predominant plastic surface per Chapter Note 4(a)
• Label correctly as house slippers to prevent reclassification as general footwear