Women's Abaca Fiber Loafer-Style Slip-Ons

Stylish slip-on loafers for women featuring uppers from abaca (Manila hemp) vegetable fibers, offering durability and breathability. Sole has rubber core with textile fabric as the primary ground-contact material, qualifying under U.S. note 5 exclusion. At $7.50/pair value, they align with HTS 6404.19.82.60 specifications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7.5%+17.5%25%
🇲🇽Mexico7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇨🇦Canada7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇩🇪Germany7.5%+10.0%17.5%
🇯🇵Japan7.5%+10.0%17.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6403.99.60Higher: 26% vs 25%

If upper deemed leather substitute not vegetable

If abaca processed to mimic leather, may shift to leather upper category despite note definitions.

6404.19Same rate: 25%

If valued under $6.50/pair

Lower value threshold moves to cheaper footwear subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Test sole textile for 'non-durable' characteristics if audited; provide wear-test data to uphold U.S. note 5

Include country-of-origin markings visible on uppers for vegetable fiber authenticity

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