Disposable Plastic Toe-Cap Work Boots from Japan
Single-use or low-durability ankle boots made of molded plastics with integrated metal protective toe-caps, ideal for temporary job sites. HTS 6402.91.16.00 applies due to rubber/plastic construction, ankle coverage, metal toe-cap, and value not exceeding $3/pair. Greatest ground contact is plastic per Note 4(b).
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
64%
Rate breakdown
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
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document production costs rigorously to support low-value claim; invoices must match declared values
• Ensure no textile materials in sole provide primary ground contact, as per US Note on durability
• Comply with OSHA import requirements for protective footwear by including safety certifications