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Most water shoes with textile uppers (mesh, knit, Lycra, neoprene-textile) and rubber outsoles are classified under HS 6404.19. US CBP rulings have placed aqua socks and textile-upper aqua shoes in 6404.19.50 / 6404.19.80 depending on value. Styles whose upper surface is mainly rubber or plastic may fall under 6402.99.
Final classification depends on the exact upper material and construction — always confirm with your customs broker.
- US: additional duties on China-origin footwear have changed repeatedly since 2025; check current rates before ordering.
- Mexico: higher tariffs on non-FTA imports, including some footwear, from 1 Jan 2026.
- Brazil: anti-dumping duty on footwear from China (NCM 6402–6405), extended in 2022.
General information, not customs or legal advice.