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HS Code Classification for "FLIP FLOPS"

Based on the provided reference data, classifying "FLIP FLOPS" requires careful consideration of material and construction. Here's a breakdown of potential HS codes, along with explanations:

• 6402200000: Other footwear with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics: Footwear with upper straps or thongs assembled to the sole by means of plugs (zoris).
  • 64: Chapters 61 to 65: Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, not knitted or crocheted. This chapter broadly covers footwear.
  • 02: Footwear with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics.
  • 20: Specifically targets footwear constructed with straps or thongs attached via plugs – a common construction method for flip-flops (also known as zoris). This is a highly probable HS code if the flip-flops are constructed in this manner.
• 6402992730: Other footwear with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics: Other footwear: Other: Other: Having uppers of which over 90 percent of the external surface area (including any accessories or reinforcements such as those mentioned in note 4(a) to this chapter) is rubber or plastics (except footwear having a foxing or a foxing-like band applied or molded at the sole and overlapping the upper and except footwear designed to be worn over, or in lieu of, other footwear as a protection against water, oil, grease or chemicals or cold or inclement weather): Other: Sandals and similar footwear of plastics, produced in one piece by molding For men
  • 64: Chapters 61 to 65: Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, not knitted or crocheted.
  • 02: Footwear with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics.
  • 99: Other footwear.
  • 27: Sandals and similar footwear of plastics, produced in one piece by molding.
  • 30: For men. This HS code applies to men's flip-flops made entirely of plastic in a single molding process.
• 6402999000: Other footwear with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics: Other footwear: Other.
  • 64: Chapters 61 to 65: Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, not knitted or crocheted.
  • 02: Footwear with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics.
  • 99: Other footwear. This is a general category for flip-flops that don't fit into more specific classifications.

Important Considerations & Recommendations:

• Construction Method: The key differentiator is how the flip-flops are assembled. If straps are attached with plugs, 6402200000 is the most likely code.
• Material Composition: If the uppers are >90% rubber or plastic and molded in one piece, 6402992730 (for men's) may be appropriate.
• Gender: If the flip-flops are for women or unisex, 6402992730 is not applicable.
• Single vs. Multi-Piece: Determine if the flip-flops are made in one piece or assembled from multiple parts.
• Tax Rate Changes: Be aware of the tax rate changes effective April 2, 2025, as indicated in the reference data.
• Material Certification: You may need to provide material composition certification to support your HS code classification.
• Single Declaration: Please confirm the final HS code with your customs broker or local customs authority before making a declaration.