Sisal Woven Open-Toe Slides from Japan
Open-toe slide footwear with uppers of woven sisal fibers (vegetable origin), slip-on design without fasteners, and minimal rubber/plastics outer sole under 10% weight. Fits HTS 6404.19.25.90 as 'other' vegetable fiber uppers, excluding foxing bands and subheading 6404.19.20 exceptions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Conduct fiber content analysis to prove vegetable fiber dominance; retain certificates for CBP review
• Ensure no foxing or foxing-like band of rubber/plastics to stay out of 6404.19.20; photograph soles clearly