Cotton Espadrille Flats from Mexico
Women's flat espadrilles with cotton canvas uppers (vegetable fibers) and jute-rope wrapped textile soles affixed solely by adhesive, valued not over $3/pair. Textile materials dominate the outer sole's ground-contact area, disqualified from U.S. note 5 for lacking required strength. Precisely matches 6404.19.42 for budget-friendly adhesive-bound veggie-fiber shoes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide upper surface area measurements showing >50% vegetable fibers; pitfall is blends exceeding textile limit
• Document sole composition proving textile > other materials in ground contact, with value invoices < $3/pair
• Inspect for any foxing or heel/toe-only overlaps; CBP often rejects if adhesive bonding unclear