Abaca Fiber Slipper Sandals from China
Simple slip-on sandals using abaca (Manila hemp) fiber uppers and rubber-based soles with extensive textile (abaca braid) ground coverage, non-durable per US rules. Under $3/pair valuation fits HTS 6404.19.52.90 for other veg fiber textile-upper shoes.
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
• Source certificates of origin for abaca to confirm vegetable fiber status vs synthetic lookalikes
• Declare exact sole area measurements; textile >50% ground contact triggers this subheading