Bamboo Textile Thong Sandals from Canada
Minimalist thong sandals with bamboo fiber textile uppers, processed as woven vegetable material. Dominant upper surface area qualifies under vegetable fibers. Non-sports 'other' designation.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Bamboo must be textile-processed; raw counts as vegetable but woven is key
• Measure external area precisely; straps/edges ignored
• Eco-claims need backing to avoid greenwashing penalties