Protective Metal Toe Rain Boots from Japan
Heavy-duty rain boots constructed from molded rubber with integrated protective steel toe-caps, designed for wet construction sites. Uppers are seamlessly bonded to soles without fasteners or stitching, fitting HTS 6401.10.00.00 due to waterproof construction and metal toe protection. Ideal for workers needing slip-resistant, impact-safe footwear.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
77.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.41.1040%Footwear with outer soles of leather and uppers wholly or in part of leather, and footwear with outer soles of rubber or plastics and uppers having an exterior surface area predominantly of leather, the foregoing provided for in chapter 64, except (a) slip-on footwear of a type not suitable for outdoor use, without backs or backstraps, having outer soles with a thickness of less than 5 mm and with less than 20 mm difference between the thickness of the bottom at the ball of the foot and at the heel, and (b) footwear which is designed for a sporting activity and has, or has provision for, attached spikes, sprigs, stops, clips, bars or the like, and skating boots, ski-boots and cross-country ski footwear, wrestling boots, boxing boots and cycling shoes
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide lab tests confirming waterproof integrity and rubber/plastics composition exceeding 50% surface area
• Label footwear clearly with country of origin and safety certifications to prevent customs delays
• Watch for sole wear indicators; non-durable textile additives in soles may trigger reclassification per US notes