Chemical Resistant Waterproof Safety Boots

Injection-molded waterproof boots with rubber/plastic uppers and soles, covering the ankle for protection in chemical handling environments. No stitching or mechanical assembly, qualifying as work footwear under this code due to hazardous material resistance. Ideal for factory or lab workers needing impermeable foot protection.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China37.5%+17.5%55%
🇲🇽Mexico37.5%+10.0%47.5%
🇨🇦Canada37.5%+10.0%47.5%
🇩🇪Germany37.5%+10.0%47.5%
🇯🇵Japan37.5%+10.0%47.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6401.92.90Same rate: 55%

If not covering the ankle

Lower-cut versions of same waterproof molded construction classify under the non-ankle covering subheading.

5903.90.30Lower: 37.7% vs 55%

If imported as textile-rubber fabric material only

Unfinished waterproof textile-coated sheets for footwear uppers fall in Chapter 59, not completed footwear.

6405.90.90Lower: 22.5% vs 55%

If for replacement outer soles only

Parts like detachable soles exclude trimmings; Chapter 64 note 2 classifies isolated soles separately from complete footwear.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit chemical permeation test results (e.g

EN 374) to prove work suitability and avoid casual shoe classification

Ensure 100% rubber/plastics certification; blended materials may trigger upper material disputes

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