Men's Leather-Soled Textile Loafers from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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