Men's Leather-Soled Textile Loafers from Japan
Classic loafers featuring a textile upper made primarily of canvas with genuine leather outer sole. The sole is over 50% leather by weight, with less than 50% rubber/plastics and less than 50% textile/rubber-plastics combined, meeting HTS 6404.20.40 criteria for composition. Valued over $2.50/pair, these are suitable for casual dress wear.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
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
• Verify sole composition via lab testing to confirm leather >50% by weight and rubber/plastics <50%
• Provide detailed invoices showing value >$2.50/pair and material breakdowns to avoid reclassification
• Label footwear clearly with country of origin and material content per U.S. customs requirements