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
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
• 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