Canvas Slip-On Sneakers from China
Low-top slip-on sneakers featuring a textile canvas upper made from synthetic fibers and an outer sole primarily of textile material in contact with the ground. Designed without laces or buckles for easy wear, these qualify under 6404.19.37 as they have open heels and textile-dominant sole per Chapter Note 4(b), excluding non-durable textiles per U.S. Note 5.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify upper material is synthetic textile (not vegetable fibers like cotton) via lab tests; document fiber content for CBP review
• Measure sole contact area precisely; ensure textile portion qualifies as durable per U.S
• Note 5 to avoid reclassification
• Label clearly as slip-on without fasteners; common pitfall is misstating foxing presence leading to 6404.19.20 errors