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Mens Leather Gladiator Sandals

These sandals feature multiple thin leather straps across the instep and a strap around the big toe, secured with leather laces, paired with a genuine leather outer sole. They match HTS 6403.20.00.00 exactly due to the strap-only leather upper design without enclosing the ankle or sides. Ideal for summer wear with a classic Roman-inspired aesthetic.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

6403.99.60Higher: 26% vs 17.5%

If upper includes non-strap leather panels

Strap-only uppers define 6403.20; additional leather covering changes to other leather upper footwear.

6405.20.90Higher: 22.5% vs 17.5%

If outer sole is rubber or plastic

Heading 6403 requires leather soles; rubber/plastic soles with leather straps classify under 6405.

6403.40Higher: 18.5% vs 17.5%

If designed as sports footwear with cleats

Sports footwear like cycling shoes with spikes fall outside per subheading note, into 6403.40.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify leather originates from headings 4107 or 4112-4114 via supplier certificates to avoid reclassification

Document that straps constitute the entire upper (greatest external surface area) per Chapter Note 4(a)

Inspect soles for pure leather contact with ground; avoid composite materials that shift to 6403.99

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