Men's Bamboo Fiber Shower Slides from Japan
Water-resistant shower slides for men using woven bamboo strip uppers and soft rubber soles adhesively bonded, <$3/pair with textile-dominant ground area excluded by U.S. note 5. No overlapping elements. Classed in HTS 6404.19.42.30 for specified men's footwear.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Confirm bamboo as vegetable fiber, not plastic mimic via microscopy
• Avoid water protection claims pushing to 6402.91 protective category
• Batch test for adhesive exclusivity; stitching disqualifies