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Plastic Sandal Sole

Flexible PVC outer sole for flip-flop sandals with contoured footbed impressions. As a separate plastics sole, it is classified under HTS 6406.20.00.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.7%+20.0%22.7%
🇲🇽Mexico2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇨🇦Canada2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+52.5%52.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6402.20.00Lower: 12.5% vs 22.7%

If straps are permanently molded on

Soles with integrated uppers become strap-type footwear.

3904.10.00Higher: 44% vs 22.7%

If PVC resin granules

Unprocessed plastics are Chapter 39 commodities.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure no strap attachments, as they could classify as parts of uppers

• Bulk pack without retail hangtags to affirm manufacturer-use intent

• Test PVC phthalate content for CPSIA compliance in US sales