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TPR Garden Slippers

Thermoplastic rubber (TPR) slippers for light garden work, with TPR uppers and soles; not sports or protective active. TPR (plastic/rubber) dominates surfaces per Chapter Note 4. Valued >$12/pair under 6402.99.90.95.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China20%+17.5%37.5%
🇲🇽Mexico20%+10.0%30%
🇨🇦Canada20%+10.0%30%
🇩🇪Germany20%+10.0%30%
🇯🇵Japan20%+10.0%30%

Alternative Classifications

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

6401.92.90Higher: 55% vs 37.5%

If waterproof with textile uppers and rubber/plastic sole

Waterproof footwear provision in 6401 for covered types.

3926.90.45Higher: 38.5% vs 37.5%

If bulk imported as plastic sheet-material blanks

Unassembled plastic articles not footwear.

6402.99.90Same rate: 37.5%

If play footwear for children

Specific youth provisions precede adult other.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• TPR counts as plastics/rubber if woven fabric has external layer visible (Note 3(a))

• Avoid 'hiking' descriptors to prevent active footwear review

• Batch test sole durability; weak textiles ignored (US Note)

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