6404.19.42.60/Women's Jute Fiber Espadrille Flats/Japan

Women's Jute Fiber Espadrille Flats from Japan

Classic women's espadrille flats feature uppers made from woven jute (vegetable fibers) and outer soles where textile materials dominate the ground-contact surface, though not qualifying for exclusion under US note 5 due to lacking durability for normal sole use. The rubber or plastic sole (or midsole) is adhesively bonded without foxing or overlapping. Valued under $3/pair, these are everyday casual shoes for women classified under HTS 6404.19.42.60.

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

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Import Tips

• Verify upper is predominantly vegetable fibers (e.g

• jute, sisal) by surface area and sole textile doesn't meet US note 5 durability criteria via lab testing

• Document value under $3/pair with invoices; ensure adhesive-only construction photos to avoid reclassification to higher-duty subheadings

• Label 'Made in [Country]' and fiber content; watch for foxing-like bands that could shift to 6404.19.40