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Genuine Leather Work Boot Upper

A pre-formed adult work boot upper of full-grain leather, with steel toe provision and waterproof stitching seams. Designed for industrial footwear assembly, it is classified as a leather upper under this tariff item.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

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Alternative Classifications

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6406.10.91Higher: 8% vs Free

If the upper is for women's cement lasted footwear

This alternative applies to leather uppers for women's footwear manufacturing.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure the upper is not attached to an outer sole

• Provide detailed specifications of the leather and safety features

• Keep records of the manufacturing process to support the classification

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