Women's Canvas Espadrilles with Jute-Leather Sole from Japan
Summer espadrilles with woven textile canvas uppers and braided jute core wrapped in composition leather sole. Meets 6404.20.40 as sole is leather-dominant (>50% by weight), with minimal rubber/plastics (<50%) and valued over $2.50/pair. Ideal for beach or casual outings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document jute-leather sole recipe to prove not over 50% rubber/plastics by weight
• Use accredited labs for material weight analysis to support customs declaration
• Avoid common pitfall of mislabeling composition leather as full rubber sole