Cotton Sandal Upper Frame from Japan
Woven cotton strap framework for casual sandal uppers, not attached to sole, used in beach footwear assembly. Classified as other cotton parts of footwear uppers in HTS 6406.10.77.00.
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
• Prove non-retail intent with bulk shipping manifests and buyer contracts for footwear manufacturers
• Measure external surface area carefully; minimal leather accents don't change cotton dominance
• Exclude eyelets/hooks in material calc; Chapter Note 2 classifies them separately