Industrial Safety Toe Sneakers
Ankle-high sneakers designed for light industrial work, with rubber uppers/soles and steel toe reinforcement, valued at $11/pair. They match HTS 6402.91.26.00 for rubber/plastics footwear covering ankle with metal toe-cap. Excludes sports per subheading note as no spikes/provisions.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 20% | +17.5% | 37.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 20% | +10.0% | 30% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 20% | +10.0% | 30% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 20% | +10.0% | 30% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 20% | +10.0% | 30% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If leather uppers valued $2.50-$5/pair
Lower value leather safety footwear has separate subheadings in 6403.
If imported as outer soles with metal inserts only
Sole components (not full footwear) classify as parts under 6406 per chapter note.
If for waterproof versions >$12/pair
Higher value or water protection may trigger active/protective subheadings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Conduct surface area analysis for uppers/sole per Notes 4(a)/(b); photos/videos aid CBP review
• Pair with proper invoices showing value breakdown to prevent audits
Related Products under HTS 6402.91.26.00
Protective Steel Cap Warehouse Boots
These mid-ankle boots for warehouse use have uppers and soles of plastics/rubber with an embedded metal toe for crush protection, priced at $8.50/pair. Classification under 6402.91.26.00 reflects the rubber/plastics materials (visible external layer per Note 3(a)) and safety toe-cap. Not sports footwear per subheading note.
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).
Steel Toe Safety Work Boots
These ankle-high work boots feature outer soles and uppers made primarily of rubber or plastics with an incorporated protective metal toe-cap for safety in industrial environments. They are valued between $6.50 and $12 per pair, classifying under HTS 6402.91.26.00 due to the material composition, ankle coverage, and safety feature as per Chapter Note 4. The metal toe-cap provides impact protection without altering the primary rubber/plastics classification.
Metal Toe Construction Boots
Ankle-covering construction boots with rubber/plastics uppers and soles, featuring a steel toe-cap for protection against falling objects. Valued at $10/pair, they fit HTS 6402.91.26.00 as non-sports footwear with protective metal reinforcement. The design prioritizes durability in job sites while adhering to outer sole material rules in Note 4(b).
Budget Steel Toe Hiking-Style Boots
Entry-level ankle boots mimicking hiking style but with rubber/plastics construction and protective steel toe-cap for work use, at $9/pair. Fits 6402.91.26.00 as non-sports (no spikes per note), rubber/plastics dominant. Ground-contact sole is rubber per Note 4(b).
Entry-Level Safety Toe Boots
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.