Coir Fiber Toe-Post Slippers from Mexico
Simple toe-post slippers with coir (coconut husk) woven uppers, open toes, no fasteners, and soles under 10% rubber/plastics by weight. HTS 6404.19.25.90 applies to these other vegetable fiber open/slip-on footwear without foxing exclusions.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Supplier affidavits for coir fiber content essential; distinguish from synthetics visually per Chapter Note 3
• Confirm open toe/heel design in photos; mules/flip-flop styles must lack closures
• Avoid bulk packaging implying industrial parts; retail-ready triggers full footwear duty