Polyester Waffle Weave House Slippers

Textured waffle weave polyester uppers on low-cost house slippers (<$3/pair) with plastics soles where textile surface exceeds others in ground contact (US Note 5). Designed exclusively for indoor household wear. HTS 6404.19.57.15 captures non-vegetable textile uppers and precise sole specs.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China12.5%+10.0%22.5%
🇲🇽Mexico12.5%+10.0%22.5%
🇨🇦Canada12.5%+10.0%22.5%
🇩🇪Germany12.5%+10.0%22.5%
🇯🇵Japan12.5%+10.0%22.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6404.19.90Higher: 26.5% vs 22.5%

If not specifically house slippers

Other low-value footwear without 'house slippers' designation moves up hierarchy.

5903.90Lower: 12.7% vs 22.5%

If uppers are textile fabric coated with plastics

Visible plastics layer on textile classifies as textile covered with plastics per Chapter Note 2(a).

6405.90Same rate: 22.5%

If for men/youths over $3/pair

Gender/age and value specs in 6405 for similar construction.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit binding ruling requests for novel textures if sole textile area is borderline

Track unit values rigorously; fluctuations over $3/pair require re-invoicing

Avoid 'non-slip' marketing that suggests outdoor use, risking general footwear status

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Nylon Fleece-Lined House Slippers

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Backless scuff-style house slippers with soft acrylic plush textile uppers and thin rubber/plastics soles where textile dominates ground contact per US Note 5 exclusion. Valued not over $3/pair, ideal for home lounging. Precise fit under 6404.19.57.15 emphasizes non-vegetable textile uppers and indoor designation.

Spandex Blend Terry House Slippers

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Microfiber Clog-Style House Slippers

Easy-on clog design house slippers with microfiber synthetic textile uppers and rubber soles emphasizing textile ground contact per rules. Valued under $3/pair for home comfort. 6404.19.57.15 applies due to upper material (non-veg fiber) and sole note exclusion.