Women's Low-Top Textile Espadrilles from Japan
Casual women's espadrilles with woven textile upper and rubber platform sole, priced $8-$11 per pair. Textile dominates the upper's external surface, qualifying for textile-upper classification. Falls into 6404.19.89.60 as non-sports, women's footwear valued over $6.50 but not over $12/pair.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
30%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Measure upper material surface area carefully; jute rope accents on espadrilles count as accessories not affecting textile dominance
• Provide detailed value breakdowns in entry docs, as espadrille styles often hover near value thresholds and trigger CBP audits
• Ensure soles meet durability standards for rubber classification per Chapter Note 4(b); weak soles may be seen as textile