Synthetic Espadrille Flats from Japan
Women's slip-on espadrille-style flats with uppers of synthetic textile (polyester canvas) and jute-like textile sole providing main ground contact. Open-heel design without laces fits 6404.19.37 criteria for slip-on footwear excluding vegetable fiber uppers and non-qualifying soles.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
22.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm sole textile durability meets U.S
• Note 5 standards; provide wear-test data if challenged by customs
• Avoid vegetable fiber blends in uppers (>50% shifts to other subheadings); include mill certificates
• Declare as 'slip-on' accurately; pitfall is classifying as sandals if minimal straps present