Sourcing moulded EVA clogs from China
Moulded EVA clogs within heading 6402 carry 16% UK duty from China across the relevant lines, with no duty variation in this group. Confirm footwear composition labelling requirements with the relevant authority, and product safety compliance must be demonstrated before sale. Cambridge China Bridge sources moulded EVA clogs.
Duty and classification for moulded EVA clogs
Heading 6402 covers other footwear with rubber or plastic outer soles and uppers. This guide concerns moulded EVA clogs within that heading. The table lists possible classifications, rather than interchangeable codes: distinguish cut-out vamps, indoor footwear and the remaining styles before using the insole-length and wearer splits.
Read from the UK Trade Tariff on 5 October 2026, all listed clog lines carried 16% duty for goods from China, with no anti-dumping or countervailing duty, suspensions or attached import controls. Elsewhere in the heading, the tariff attaches fluorinated greenhouse gas and cat and dog fur controls. If a changed design falls under those lines, confirm the requirements with your customs broker.
Send photographs, material details, intended use, sole and heel measurements and measured insole lengths to your broker to confirm the commodity code. Do not choose a code solely because the factory calls the product a clog. For other materials and footwear families, see own-brand footwear.
| Goods | Commodity code | Duty | Anti-dumping or countervailing duty on China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plastic clogs with cut-out vamps, sole and heel combined over 3 cm | 6402 99 31 00 | 16% | None |
| Other plastic clogs with cut-out vamps | 6402 99 39 00 | 16% | None |
| Plastic clogs classified as slippers or indoor footwear | 6402 99 50 00 | 16% | None |
| Other plastic clogs, insole length below 24 cm | 6402 99 91 00 | 16% | None |
| Other plastic clogs, insoles at least 24 cm, not identifiable as men's or women's | 6402 99 93 00 | 16% | None |
| Other men's plastic clogs, insole length at least 24 cm | 6402 99 96 00 | 16% | None |
| Other women's plastic clogs, insole length at least 24 cm | 6402 99 98 00 | 16% | None |
Specify the foam, fit and heel strap
State the EVA formulation, permitted recycled content, density, hardness, colour and surface finish. Agree the moulded footbed shape, toe space, ventilation holes, tread and heel-strap construction. Keep an approved physical sample so production softness, dimensions and colour can be compared against something measurable.
Approve fit across the size run using measured internal lengths and widths. Agree checks for compression, flexing, abrasion, grip and dimensional change after heat exposure. Include strap pivots and any decorative attachments in the sample review. Product safety compliance must be demonstrated before sale; a soft footbed alone does not establish safety.
Confirm with the relevant authority how footwear composition labels should identify the materials of the upper, lining and sock, and outer sole. Agree the label artwork against the actual construction, including any added lining or outsole insert. Put the artwork and its position into the production specification.
Worked duty example
Illustrative example, not a quote: Illustrative order: 1995 pairs of perforated moulded EVA clogs, with air freight under 6402 99 39 00, invoiced at £3,000 free on board, with £3,000 of freight and insurance to the UK. The customs value is £6,000. Duty at 16% is £960. Import VAT at 20% is charged on the customs value plus duty, £6,960, so it is £1,392. Import taxes total £2,352; a VAT-registered importer can usually reclaim the VAT, so the lasting cost is the £960 of duty. The import duty and VAT guide explains each step.
Inspection checklist
Fit: measure internal length and width against the approved size chart; check left and right shoes match and the size marks agree with the carton.
Moulding: check for sharp flash, blocked ventilation holes, voids, warped footbeds and uneven tread; compare colour and firmness with the approved sample.
Straps and wear: operate the heel straps, check pivot retention and inspect flexing, compression recovery and grip against the agreed test results.
Labels and packing: verify composition labels against the materials, size assortments against the order and packing against crushing or distortion. Use the agreed inspection checklist again on arrival.
What goes wrong
Shrinkage and distortion can turn an approved fit into a tight production shoe. Foam that feels acceptable initially can compress during wear, while a smooth or poorly formed tread can give disappointing grip. Check production pairs rather than relying only on development samples.
Heel straps can pull free at their pivots, and rough mould edges can rub the foot. Mixed size marks, mismatched pairs and labels that ignore an added lining also create avoidable problems. Agree rejection criteria before production and investigate recurring defects before accepting a replacement batch.
Cambridge China Bridge sources these products for UK businesses, checking the factory and the documents before shipment. See factory verification.
Frequently asked questions
What is the UK import duty on EVA clogs from China?
The relevant heading 6402 lines in the supplied tariff snapshot carry 16% duty from China, with no anti-dumping or countervailing duty.
Which commodity code applies to moulded EVA clogs?
There is no single code for every clog. Check cut-out construction, indoor use, sole and heel height, insole length and intended wearer against the tariff descriptions.
Do EVA clogs need footwear composition labels?
Confirm with the relevant authority whether composition labels are required and how to identify the upper, lining and sock, and outer sole materials using pictograms or words. Check the label against any added lining or separate outsole.
What should I check before accepting a batch?
Check fit across the size run, foam firmness and compression recovery, moulding defects, tread, heel-strap pivots, matching pairs and composition labels against approved samples.