Polyester Espadrilles from China
Summer espadrille-style shoes with woven polyester textile uppers and molded rubber soles, valued at $5/pair. Upper material dominates visible external surface; not designed for sports per subheading note. Fits 'other' category within specified value range.
Duty Rate — China → United States
57.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify no jute/rope soles that might qualify as different construction; label country of origin and material content clearly; separate value documentation for bulk vs retail packaged shipments