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Rubber Work Boot Sole

A heavy-duty rubber outer sole for safety work boots with slip-resistant treads and steel shank provisions. It is a standalone rubber sole for industrial footwear, qualifying under heading 64.06.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

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

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6403.40.00Higher: 18% vs Free

If the sole is part of complete safety footwear

Footwear with protective metal toe-caps falls under heading 64.03.

4016.99.90Higher: 6.5% vs Free

If the sole is a general rubber article

Other rubber articles may fall under chapter 40 if not footwear parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm the sole is not attached to a boot upper; otherwise, it may be classified as complete footwear

• Provide safety standards documentation if applicable

• Ensure the rubber is not hard rubber, which may be classified elsewhere