Men's Cotton Oxford Shoes Leather Outsole from China
Traditional men's oxford shoes with cotton textile uppers covering most external area and durable leather outsoles with integrated plastic shanks (10-50% weight). High-value item over $2.50/pair, classified specifically for men's footwear under this code.
Duty Rate — China → United States
30%
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
• Prepare weight certificates from manufacturers detailing exact rubber/plastics percentage
• Ensure no sports provisions like cleat attachments to avoid subheading note exclusions
• For retail packaging, confirm not sold as sets that could invoke parts classification changes