Sisal Thong Flip-Flops from China
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 — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Measure upper surface—straps count toward veggie fibers
• Textile sole proofs via cross-sections
• Exclude foxing in design review