Vulcanized Rubber Fishing Waders from China
Hip or chest-high protective pants made from vulcanized rubber for fishing in wet conditions. Classified under HTS 4015.90.00.50 as other apparel of vulcanized rubber, as it serves as protective clothing not covered by specific glove or mitten subheadings. The material provides waterproofing essential for its purpose.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include manufacturer's specs confirming vulcanized rubber construction without hard rubber components
• Check for any textile linings; significant textile content may require classification under Chapter 62
• Declare end-use accurately to distinguish from industrial safety gear potentially under different headings