Men's Abaca Fiber Espadrille Flats from Japan
Low-profile espadrille-style flats for men using abaca (Manila hemp) woven uppers and thin rubber soles glued exclusively, with textile-dominant ground contact under $3/pair. Adheres to no-foxing, adhesive-only criteria. Classified in HTS 6404.19.42.30 for men's vegetable fiber low-value shoes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17.5%
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
• Measure external surface area for upper material dominance; vegetable fibers must exceed 50% visually
• Test sole adhesion method; chemical analysis proves 'exclusively adhesive' vs. stitching