Metatarsal Guard Waterproof Safety Boots from Germany
Waterproof work boots with rubber/plastic uppers and soles molded together, featuring metatarsal guards for impact protection in logging or mining. Ankle height design without stitching qualifies under this work footwear HTS code.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Provide impact test certifications for guards to validate work designation
• Customs may scrutinize guard attachment; prove integral molding
• Use HS explanatory notes on work footwear features for disputes