Sandals and thong-style footwear defined by leather outer soles and uppers consisting of leather straps across the instep and around the big toe represent a construction-specific classification that captures traditional sandal forms — including huaraches and similar artisan styles. The strap-and-toe construction criterion is precise: footwear with a more enclosed leather upper would classify elsewhere. Artisan and fashion importers sourcing handcrafted sandals should pay close attention to whether the upper genuinely consists only of straps, as minor design variations can shift classification.

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