Disposable Textile Slippers from Japan
Basic open-heel slippers made with non-woven textile uppers and thin plastic outer soles, sold in bulk for hotels valued under $3/pair. Falls under 6404.19.59.90 due to textile-dominant uppers and rubber/plastics soles, low value, and not sports or protective. External layer of plastics on sole qualifies per Chapter Note 3.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
58%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide packing list showing per-pair value; test sole for durability to confirm it meets outer sole criteria (US Note ignores weak textiles); label country of origin clearly as cheap imports often scrutinized