Abaca Textile Espadrilles from China
Traditional espadrilles using abaca (Manila hemp) vegetable fiber uppers paired with jute textile soles, valued at $5.75/pair. Textile sole surface area prevails for ground contact, non-qualifying under U.S. Note 5, for HTS 6404.19.72 classification.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide origin certificates for vegetable fibers to qualify for potential duty preferences
• Separate value documentation for soles/uppers if semi-assembled to avoid parts classification