Bamboo Fiber Sneaker-Style Shoes from Japan
Casual sneaker-style shoes with bamboo vegetable fiber knit uppers and canvas textile soles, priced $3.50-$6/pair. Excludes sports design; textile sole ground area dominant per notes, fitting HTS 6404.19.72.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17.5%
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
• Test bamboo for true vegetable fiber vs processed rayon derivative to confirm classification
• Ensure no cleat provisions to avoid sports footwear subheading per note 1
• Maintain chain-of-custody docs for low-value goods prone to scrutiny