Rubber Steel Toe Construction Boots
Ankle-covering boots designed for construction sites with rubber uppers and soles, featuring an embedded steel toe-cap for impact protection. Priced at $5 per pair, they fit HTS 6402.91.20.00 as other rubber/plastics footwear with metal toe protection.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 37.5% | +10.0% | 47.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 37.5% | +10.0% | 47.5% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 37.5% | +10.0% | 47.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 37.5% | +10.0% | 47.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 37.5% | +10.0% | 47.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not covering the ankle
Low-ankle or below-ankle design removes it from ankle-covering subheadings.
If for leather sports variants with metal toe
If qualifying as sports footwear with leather uppers, it falls under 6403.40 despite toe-cap.
If imported as metal toe-caps only
Separate metal components classify as other steel articles, not footwear parts per Chapter Note 3.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include manufacturer specs confirming metal toe-cap protection and rubber/plastics material dominance
• Check for any leather reinforcements; if minimal, they don't change the primary material classification
• Document commercial invoice values precisely to stay within the $3-$6.50/pair subheading
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