Loafer Leather Upper from China
Slip-on leather upper for penny loafers, constructed from full-grain leather. Classified under 6406.10.65.00 for leather footwear uppers other than stiffeners. Ready for moccasin or welted sole attachment.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Inspect for ornamentation exclusion per Chapter Note 2 to avoid trim headings
• Use volumetric packaging for cost savings on bulky uppers
• Harmonize descriptions across invoices for consistent valuation