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Men's Leather Slip-On Loafers

Casual men's slip-on loafers featuring full leather uppers and composition leather/rubber outer soles for daily use. Leather provides the dominant external upper surface, qualifying under 6403.99. Low valuation from inexpensive tanning and simple design keeps it under $2.50/pair.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7%+12.5%19.5%
🇲🇽Mexico7%+10.0%17%
🇨🇦Canada7%+10.0%17%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+52.5%52.5%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

6403.99.60Higher: 28.5% vs 19.5%

If for men or boys specifically

Hierarchy splits by gender/age; men's footwear may align under separate 'for men' subheading if specified.

6403.19.30Higher: 21% vs 19.5%

If outer sole is predominantly leather

Outer sole material determined by ground contact area per Note 4(b); leather soles shift to 6403.19.

6117.10.60Higher: 29.5% vs 19.5%

If knitted or crocheted uppers

Knitted leather uppers classified in Chapter 61 as hosiery, not Chapter 64 footwear.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Conduct surface area measurements for uppers and soles per Chapter Notes 4(a)-(b); retain lab tests if disputed

• Avoid common pitfall of undervaluation scrutiny—provide factory cost breakdowns proving low per-pair value

• Label clearly as 'for other persons' (adult sizes) to distinguish from infant/juvenile categories