Entry-Level Safety Toe Boots from Japan
Basic safety boots reaching the ankle, constructed with plastic uppers and rubber soles featuring a steel protective cap, priced at $11.99/pair. HTS 6402.91.26.00 applies due to materials, coverage, and value; excludes trimmings from classification per notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Prepare for potential CBP measurement of ankle coverage and toe-cap integration
• List all materials in commercial invoice, highlighting rubber/plastics dominance