Sisal Thong Flip-Flops from Canada
Budget flip-flops with sisal fiber strap uppers (vegetable) and woven textile rubberized soles glued on, valued <$3/pair. Greatest sole-ground area is textile, ignored under U.S. note 5 for weakness. HTS 6404.19.42 covers these cheap veggie-fiber thong sandals.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Measure upper surface—straps count toward veggie fibers
• Textile sole proofs via cross-sections
• Exclude foxing in design review