Jute Fiber Slip-On Loafers from China
Casual slip-on loafers with uppers blending jute and cotton vegetable fibers, outer soles of reinforced textile with dominant ground contact. At $9/pair average value, they align with HTS 6404.19.82 criteria for textile uppers and qualifying soles not counted under U.S. note 5. Comfort-focused for everyday wear.
Duty Rate — China → United States
27.5%
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
• Test sole durability to confirm textile qualifies under U.S. note 5 (strength for normal use)
• Use HTS advisory rulings for borderline vegetable fiber blends