Women's Synthetic Espadrille Flats from China
Budget women's espadrille-inspired flats using synthetic textiles for uppers, with jute-like textile soles (greatest ground area) adhesively bonded without foxing. Valued ≤$3/pair, aligning with textile-dominant, adhesive-only criteria of HTS 6404.19.47.60.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Espadrille-style soles often scrutinized—prove textile dominance via area measurements, not weave pattern
• Use adhesive-only manufacturing affidavits to counter stitching assumptions
• Monitor for vegetable fiber contamination shifting to 6404.19.45