Raffia Sports Slip-On from Japan
Slip-on sports trainer from raffia vegetable fibers in upper, with glue-only textile sole (textile max ground contact per US note 5), no foxing, <$3/pair. 6404.11.41.90 classification for training shoe design and precise adhesive criteria. Lightweight option for warm-weather activities.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm no heel/toe sole overlap via blueprints; test sole durability to ensure textile qualifies under US note 5; declare exact fiber percentages to preempt audits