Nonwoven Disposable Shoe Cover from Japan
Elastic-top shoe covers from spunbond nonwoven (heading 5603) for lab and hospital floor protection against contaminants. Though accessory-like, classified as apparel under HTS 6210.10.50.90 for disposable nonwoven items in medical settings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Classify as apparel if sold for personal protection; bulk for cleaning shifts categories
• Document medical end-use to differentiate from general footwear covers
• Avoid sets with garments that could form ensembles per Chapter definitions