Women's Leather Loafers

Classic women's leather loafers with a flexible rubber outer sole for urban professional use. Falls under HTS 6403.99.90.65 due to leather-dominant upper, non-sports design, women's sizing, and value exceeding $2.50/pair. Not skating or cycling footwear per definitions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China10%+17.5%27.5%
🇲🇽Mexico10%+10.0%20%
🇨🇦Canada10%+10.0%20%
🇩🇪Germany10%+10.0%20%
🇯🇵Japan10%+10.0%20%

Alternative Classifications

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

6403.91.90Same rate: 27.5%

If uppers predominantly of plastics or rubber

Chapter Note 4(a) prioritizes visible external surface; plastic/rubber uppers shift to 6403.91.

6403.99.75Lower: 17% vs 27.5%

If for men or boys

Gender-specific subheading 6403.99.75 applies to identical style in men's sizing.

6117.10.40Lower: 19% vs 27.5%

If knitted uppers instead of leather

Knitted or crocheted uppers fall under Chapter 61, not Chapter 64 leather headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Conduct surface area measurements for upper material; leather must exceed other materials visibly

Include commercial invoices showing per-pair value >$2.50; watch for undervaluation audits

Avoid common pitfall of classifying as men's if unisex style—use fit charts for women-specific