Bamboo Fiber Slippers from Japan
Indoor/outdoor slippers crafted from bamboo vegetable fiber uppers with rubber soles incorporating textile mesh for max ground area. $4.25/pair retail. Classed under 6404.19.72.90 for qualifying low-value construction.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Certify bamboo as vegetable fiber, distinct from wood products
• Document assembly to confirm complete footwear status
• Watch for seasonal import surges affecting processing times