Pigskin Metal Cap Carpenter Boots
Carpenter's pull-on boots featuring soft pigskin uppers, double-welt construction, protective metal toe-caps, and durable rubber heels. Pigskin as main upper material per Note 4(a), with the metal toe-cap qualifying under tariff item 6403.40.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 18% | — | 18% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 18% | — | 18% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 18% | — | 18% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 18% | — | 18% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 18% | — | 18% |
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May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Equal To 6403400000; Equal To 6403400000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the boots cover the ankle and lack a metal toe-cap
Leather ankle boots without metal toe protection fall under this alternative.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the pigskin upper is the dominant material by external surface area, as per Chapter 64 Note 4(a)
• Include the metal toe-cap specification in the product documentation
• Be aware that pull-on style does not affect classification; the protective toe is key
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