Men's Sisal Woven Beach Thongs from Japan
Simple beach thongs for men with braided sisal uppers and adhesive-only affixed rubber soles featuring textile backing for primary ground contact, priced below $3/pair. Excluded from U.S. Note 5 sole determination. Fits HTS 6404.19.42.30 for men's low-value vegetable fiber footwear with qualifying soles.
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
• Label footwear clearly as 'men's' per size/fit standards; misgendering leads to reclassification
• Ensure no mid-sole or foxing overlaps upper; CBP often inspects for adhesive-only construction
• Source vegetable fiber certificates to prove natural origin vs. synthetic mimics