Women's Leather-Panel Textile Loafers from China
Dressy loafers with a canvas textile upper enhanced by leather panels and toe caps covering more than 50% of the external surface, paired with a plastic outer sole. Fits 6404.19.15 due to dominant leather external area including reinforcements. Ideal for office wear, not designed for sports.
Duty Rate — China → United States
30.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document leather surface calculations with diagrams; CBP often inspects visually
• Ensure 'leather' meets Chapter Note 3 from specific tanning headings to avoid reclassification
• Label footwear clearly with materials; pitfalls include vague 'mixed material' declarations