Fashion Platform Sandals from Japan
Open-toe sandals with high plastic platforms and rubber strap uppers, ideal for summer fashion. Classified in 6402.99.90 as other rubber/plastics footwear over $12/pair, not sports-related, with plastics dominating the external upper surface.
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 retail value with invoices; undervaluation leads to audits under valued-over-$12 criteria
• Measure outer sole ground contact per Note 4(b), ignoring non-durable textiles
• Label clearly as non-sports to differentiate from athletic models