Hemp Canvas Deck Shoes from China
Non-slip deck shoes made with hemp canvas uppers (vegetable fibers) and woven textile soles for casual boating use, valued at $6/pair. The soles' textile surface exceeds other materials in ground contact, not qualifying as durable under U.S. Note 5, aligning with HTS 6404.19.72.
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
• Confirm vegetable fiber via supplier certifications; customs may test for hemp/jute content against synthetics
• Photograph soles clearly for entry docs to prove textile ground area per Chapter Note 4(b)
• Watch for 'sports footwear' misclassification; these lack spikes/cleats per subheading note