Women's Textile Slip-On Sandals from Japan
Open-toe women's sandals with textile straps and rubber footbed sole, valued $7.50/pair. Textile constitutes the main external upper surface despite open design. Classified under 6404.19.89.60 for women's footwear in the $6.50-$12 value range.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• For sandals, measure strap/upper surface area excluding sole; minimal coverage still qualifies as textile upper
• Bundle documentation showing FOB values to confirm pair pricing under $12 threshold
• Test rubber compounds for REACH compliance if EU-sourced textiles are blended