Industrial Steel Toe PVC Safety Boots

Ankle-high PVC boots with embedded steel toe-caps for toe protection, where PVC plastics dominate over 90% of the upper's external surface without foxing or reinforcement overlaps. Suitable for factory floors and light industrial tasks. Fits 6402.91.0500 as rubber/plastic-dominant uppers on metal toe-cap footwear.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6%+10.0%16%
🇲🇽Mexico6%+10.0%16%
🇨🇦Canada6%+10.0%16%
🇩🇪Germany6%+10.0%16%
🇯🇵Japan6%+10.0%16%

Alternative Classifications

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

6402.99.31Same rate: 16%

If not covering the ankle (below ankle height)

Ankle coverage determines subheading shift from 6402.91 to 6402.99 series.

6402.91.90Higher: 37.5% vs 16%

If textile is predominant material in upper (>50% external area)

Chapter Note 4(a) prioritizes material with greatest external surface; textiles change heading.

6406.90Lower: 10% vs 16%

If imported as parts like separate steel toe units

Chapter Note 3 excludes mere parts from heading 6406 unless full assembly.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label clearly as 'not for chemical resistance' to avoid scrutiny under protective overshoe exclusions

Provide supplier affidavits confirming no foxing band and exact upper material composition