Women's Jelly Espadrille Sandals from Japan
Transparent jelly sandals for women with PVC plastic uppers and rubber wedge soles mimicking espadrille style, offering a trendy summer look. Valued over $12/pair, these are not sports or protective footwear. Falls under 6402.99.90.65 as 'other' women's footwear with rubber/plastics materials per Chapter Notes 4(a) and (b).
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Document PVC as 'plastics' per Chapter Note 3(a), including visible layers; inspect for textile reinforcements that could alter classification
• Avoid undervaluation pitfalls—appraisals must support >$12/pair claim with invoices and cost breakdowns
• Label clearly as women's footwear; mixed sizing shipments require segregation to match subheading