Men's Raffia Woven Loafers

Braided raffia vegetable fiber loafers for men with minimal rubber outsoles glued directly, featuring textile primary contact <$3/pair, no midsole or foxing. Upper surface dominated by raffia per note 4(a). Directly under HTS 6404.19.42.30 men's subheading.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇲🇽Mexico7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇨🇦Canada7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇩🇪Germany7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇯🇵Japan7.5%+10.0%17.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6403.59.60Higher: 26% vs 17.5%

If upper primarily leather

Leather uppers (headings 4107/4112-14) dominate if >50% external surface.

6404.20.60Higher: 55% vs 17.5%

If with leather outer soles

Heading 6404 structure separates by sole material type.

6117.80.95Higher: 32.1% vs 17.5%

If knitted textile upper

Knitted/crocheted uppers shift to Chapter 61 even with rubber soles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use fiber content lab reports for vegetable origin verification

Ensure no reinforcements mistaken for foxing; pure edging allowed

Pair with correct country-of-origin docs for preferential duties

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