6-Inch Steel Toe Rubber Work Boots from Japan
6-inch high rubber work boots with plastic outer soles, featuring a protective metal toe-cap, ideal for construction sites. Over $12/pair and with rubber/plastics materials dominant, classified under HTS 6402.91.30.00.
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
• Confirm ankle coverage by measuring from sole top edge; must fully enclose ankle joint
• Invoice must specify 'protective metal toe-cap' explicitly for audit-proofing
• Watch for re-export provisions if boots are USMCA-origin but assembled abroad