Men's Jute Loafer-Style Shoes from Mexico
Loafer-inspired closed-toe shoes for men using braided jute uppers, a stitched welt, and rubber outsole. Jute as a bast vegetable fiber provides the primary upper surface, aligning with HTS 6405.20.30.30 for men's textile footwear. Suited for semi-formal casual settings.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide weave analysis to prove vegetable fiber vs. imitation synthetics
• For reinforced toes, exclude from upper area calculation per Chapter Note