Economy Rubber Toe-Protective Construction Boots

Basic construction site boots with rubber uppers/soles, ankle height, and steel toe-caps for under $3/pair retail. Meets all criteria of HTS 6402.91.16.00 for low-value safety footwear excluding sports types. Protective metal cap is key feature.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China24%+10.0%34%
🇲🇽Mexico24%+10.0%34%
🇨🇦Canada24%+10.0%34%
🇩🇪Germany24%+10.0%34%
🇯🇵Japan24%+10.0%34%

Alternative Classifications

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

6402.91.42Lower: 30% vs 34%

If designed for outdoor active use like hiking with water protection >$24/pair

Protective active footwear US Note applies to specific outdoor shoes valued higher.

6117.80.95Lower: 32.1% vs 34%

If knitted textile uppers with minimal plastic

Other knitted/crocheted footwear in Chapter 61 if textiles dominate.

6405.20.90Lower: 22.5% vs 34%

If

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Import Tips & Compliance

Separate shipments by value brackets to optimize duties; mixing can complicate valuation

Confirm no spikes/cleats that would qualify as sports footwear per subheading note

Include country-of-origin markings visible on uppers to meet US labeling rules

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Plastic Safety Toe Work Boots

These low-cost work boots feature uppers and outer soles made primarily of rubber or plastics, covering the ankle, and incorporate a protective metal toe-cap for safety. Classified under HTS 6402.91.16.00 because they meet the criteria for ankle-covering footwear with rubber/plastic materials valued not over $3/pair. The metal toe-cap provides impact protection, distinguishing them from non-safety footwear.

Budget Rubber Steel Toe Safety Shoes

Affordable ankle-high safety shoes with rubber uppers and soles, featuring an embedded steel toe-cap for toe protection in industrial settings. Fits HTS 6402.91.16.00 as rubber/plastic footwear valued under $3/pair with metal toe reinforcement. The external surface area of rubber/plastics dominates per Chapter Note 4(a).

Disposable Plastic Toe-Cap Work Boots

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).

Industrial PVC Metal Toe Safety Boots

Heavy-duty PVC (plastic) boots covering the ankle with protective steel toe-caps for warehouse and factory use, priced for bulk import. Classified in 6402.91.16.00 for other rubber/plastic footwear with metal toe-caps valued ≤$3/pair. Uppers show predominant PVC external surface.

Wholesale Plastic Safety Ankle Boots

Bulk-packed plastic ankle boots with metal toe-caps for safety, outer soles and uppers of plastics, valued low for distributors. HTS 6402.91.16.00 due to specific features: ankle-covering, protective metal toe, ≤$3/pair. Excludes trimmings from material calculation.

Low-Cost PVC Steel Toe Industrial Shoes

PVC-constructed ankle-high industrial shoes with steel toe-caps for protection, rubber-like plastic soles for grip. Perfectly fits 6402.91.16.00 as other non-sports footwear valued not over $3/pair with required safety features.