Entry-Level Safety Toe Sneakers
Entry-level safety toe sneakers with rubber or plastic uppers and outer soles, incorporating a protective metal toe-cap. These affordable sneakers provide basic toe protection for light industrial or workshop use and are classified under tariff item 6402.99.10 as other footwear with rubber or plastics uppers and soles.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 17.5% | — | 17.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 17.5% | — | 17.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 17.5% | — | 17.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 17.5% | — | 17.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 17.5% | — | 17.5% |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the sneakers are designed for sporting activities with spikes or similar attachments
Sports footwear with rubber or plastics soles and textile uppers falls under heading 64.04.
If the metal toe-cap is absent or not protective
Other footwear with rubber or plastics uppers and soles without a protective metal toe-cap.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the metal toe-cap is integral to the footwear and not a removable accessory
• Declare the value in Canadian dollars and keep invoices ready for CBSA inspection
• Verify that the sneakers do not qualify as sports footwear under subheading note 1 to avoid misclassification
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