Oil Resistant Waterproof Work Hiker Boots

Rugged ankle-high boots with fully molded rubber/plastic uppers and outsoles, resistant to oils and slips for construction sites. Waterproof design without any stitching, riveting, or plugging processes meets exact criteria for work footwear in HTS 6401.92.90.30.

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.

6402.99.31Lower: 16% vs 55%

If outer sole has significant rubber coverage but textile upper dominant

US note excludes weak textiles from sole material determination; but if sole deemed textile, shifts to 6402.99.

6403.59.60Lower: 26% vs 55%

If featuring stitched or riveted construction

Any assembly by stitching excludes from 6401; similar waterproof plastic footwear goes to 6403.59.

6406.90Lower: 10% vs 55%

If imported as footwear uppers only

Chapter note excludes certain parts; unattached uppers classify separately from complete shoes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide slip/oil resistance test data (e.g

SATRA TM144) to substantiate work classification

Avoid generic 'hiking boot' descriptions; use 'industrial work boot' on paperwork

Check for hidden reinforcements that might suggest stitching assembly

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