Men's Cheap Leather Sole Textile Moccasins from China
Low-cost men's moccasin slippers featuring soft textile uppers and composition leather soles with compliant rubber/plastics content (<50%, ≥10% by weight). Valued at or below $2.50/pair, these indoor/outdoor shoes match 6404.20.20.30 criteria perfectly.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
• Retain supplier affidavits on material weights to defend against CBP queries on 50%/10% rule
• Classify as finished footwear, not parts; excludes pegs/eyelets per heading 6406 note
• Avoid retail packaging that implies higher value, triggering reappraisals