Sisal Beach Thongs from Mexico
Minimalist thong-style beach footwear with sisal fiber uppers and textile-based soles dominating ground contact. Valued not over $3/pair, classified under HTS 6404.19.52 for vegetable fiber uppers and qualifying soles. Designed for sandy, wet environments.
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
• Test sole durability—textiles must withstand normal wear per U.S. note 5 or risk denial
• Provide manufacturing breakdowns showing vegetable fiber >50% external upper surface
• Monitor for anti-dumping duties on low-cost Asian imports in this category