Straw Espadrille Sandals from China
Classic summer sandals featuring uppers woven from natural vegetable fibers like jute or straw, paired with a woven sole. The upper's dominant external surface area is vegetable fibers, classifying it under HTS 6405.20.30 as other footwear with textile uppers of vegetable fibers. Not designed for sports or protection, it falls outside specific subheadings.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify the upper's external surface area is predominantly vegetable fibers (e.g
• jute, sisal) per Chapter Note 4(a); document fiber origin
• Provide lab tests confirming vegetable fiber composition to avoid reclassification to synthetic textile uppers
• Label country of origin clearly, as natural fiber content affects duty and may trigger additional textile visa requirements