Men's Cotton Open-Heel Mules from Japan
Men's backless mule shoes with cotton textile uppers, open heels, no laces, and thin composition sole (<10% plastics). Fits 6404.19.30.40 as slip-on type with low synthetic content.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Conduct surface area analysis for upper (textile >50% visible) per Chapter rules
• Avoid pairing with insoles in sets; may classify as 6406 parts
• Ensure manifests detail 'open heel, no fasteners' to match exact subheading