Hunter Original Short Rubber Rain Boots from Japan
These classic waterproof rain boots are made entirely from natural rubber, with over 90% of the upper's external surface area consisting of rubber, molded seamlessly without stitching or foxing band. They provide full waterproof protection ideal for rainy weather. Classified under 6401.99.80.00 due to the predominant rubber upper and non-fixed assembly process.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
52.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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
Import Tips
• Verify the upper's external surface area is documented as over 90% rubber/plastics via lab testing to avoid reclassification
• Provide manufacturer specs confirming no foxing band and non-stitched assembly to comply with subheading exclusions
• Include waterproof certification and material composition labels to prevent common pitfalls like undervaluation disputes