Women's Abaca Fiber Casual Loafers from Japan
Stylish women's loafers with uppers woven from abaca (Manila hemp), a vegetable fiber, over a flexible sole. HTS 6405.20.30.60 applies due to vegetable fiber uppers with greatest surface area and women's styling. Not sports footwear lacking cleats or spikes.
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
• Conduct surface area measurements per Chapter Note 4(a), ignoring accessories like buckles
• Use HTS advisory opinions for borderline vegetable vs. synthetic blends during import planning