Steel Toe Rubber Work Boots from China
Waterproof work boots with uppers and outer soles made entirely of rubber or plastics, featuring a protective metal toe-cap for safety in industrial environments. The uppers are molded directly to the soles without stitching, riveting, or other assembly processes, classifying them under HTS 6401.10.00.00. These boots provide essential protection against impacts and compression.
Duty Rate — China → United States
57.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify the metal toe-cap meets ASTM F2413 safety standards and obtain certification for U.S. customs compliance
• Ensure documentation proves uppers and soles are rubber/plastics with no stitching or mechanical assembly
• Avoid misclassification by confirming waterproofing and excluding any textile-dominant uppers