Knitted Wool Blend House Slippers from Mexico
Soft knitted slippers from wool-blend yarn with molded plastic outer soles, intended for housewear only. Classified in 6404.19.59.15 due to textile uppers (knitted fabric dominant externally) and rubber/plastics soles, valued not over $3/pair as non-sports indoor footwear.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
58%
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
• Document yarn composition for wool content claims; test uppers to confirm textile >50% external surface area
• Use commercial invoices specifying 'house slippers' and exact pair value to prevent customs disputes
• Watch for blending with leather trim—if leather exceeds surface area, reclassifies per Chapter Note 4(a)