Kids' Textile Espadrilles with Jute-Leather Soles from Japan
Children's espadrille shoes featuring woven textile uppers and composite soles blending leather with jute rope, but leather dominant. HTS 6404.20.20 applies for low-value (≤$2.50/pair) footwear with textile uppers, leather outer soles not over 50% rubber/plastics/textile combo, and 10%+ rubber/plastics.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Espadrilles often borderline; analyze sole ground contact for leather vs. jute to confirm 6404 vs. 6405
• Label as 'children's' with size charts; mis-sized as adult risks 6404.20.40+ subheadings