Men's Mixed Plastic Loafers
Casual men's loafers with plastic uppers (greatest external area) and rubber soles for daily wear. HTS 6402.99.79.30: other footwear valued $3-$6.50/pair, rubber/plastics for men.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If uppers made of leather from headings 4107/4112-4114
Chapter Note 3(b) defines leather uppers for classification under heading 6403, not 6402.
If men's with textile uppers valued $3-$6.50/pair
Predominant textile external surface area per Note 4(a) requires 6403 classification.
If imported solely as outer soles
Chapter Note 6 separates complete soles from full footwear; outer soles classify under 6406.20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Calculate upper material by surface area, ignoring ankle patches/ornaments per Note 4(a)
• Maintain consistent sizing documentation distinguishing men's from unisex
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