Textile Ballet Flats

Feminine flat shoes with textile fabric uppers and soft rubber soles, retail $6/pair. Upper predominantly textile by visible surface area; women's casual footwear not for sports. 'Other' classification within value limits.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China37.5%+17.5%55%
🇲🇽Mexico37.5%+10.0%47.5%
🇨🇦Canada37.5%+10.0%47.5%
🇩🇪Germany37.5%+10.0%47.5%
🇯🇵Japan37.5%+10.0%47.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6403.99Lower: 20% vs 55%

If women's with leather uppers over $2.50/pair

Gender and material specific provisions in adjacent headings.

6404.20.40Lower: 27.5% vs 55%

If with open toes or straps

Sandals/strap footwear have separate value-based subheadings.

5702.50.40Lower: 41.3% vs 55%

If classified as textile floor coverings

Improper assembly might reclassify as non-footwear textile article.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Distinguish from dance footwear in 6405; provide size/quantity breakdowns per invoice; test sole durability if textile questioned per US note

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