Factory Floor Metal Toe Shoes

Protective shoes for factory floors with ankle coverage, full rubber/plastics build, and integrated metal toe-cap, valued $7.25/pair. Classified in 6402.91.26.00 for value range and features; plastics layer visible externally meets Chapter Note 3(a).

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China20%+17.5%37.5%
🇲🇽Mexico20%+10.0%30%
🇨🇦Canada20%+10.0%30%
🇩🇪Germany20%+10.0%30%
🇯🇵Japan20%+10.0%30%

Alternative Classifications

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

6402.91Same rate: 37.5%

If same features but valued over $12/pair

Escalates to next value tier in protective toe-cap series.

6117.10.40Lower: 19% vs 37.5%

If knitted textile uppers

Knitted/co-crocheted uppers go to Chapter 61, not woven rubber/plastics.

6405.20.90Lower: 22.5% vs 37.5%

If predominantly textile uppers

Textile surface area > rubber/plastics shifts heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify metal toe with supplier affidavits; CBP may test for compliance

Use HTS value brackets carefully—$6.50-$12 strict per subheading

Avoid bulk packaging misclass as parts

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