Metal Toe Construction Boots

Heavy-duty construction boots with plastic/rubber uppers and soles covering the ankle, featuring an embedded protective metal toe-cap. Over $12/pair valuation places them in HTS 6402.91.30.00 for rubber/plastics footwear with safety features.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China20%+10.0%30%
🇲🇽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.

6402.91.90Higher: 37.5% vs 30%

If for waterproof models without metal toe

Waterproof rubber/plastics ankle footwear over $12/pair but lacking protective metal toe-cap.

6403.99.60.60Lower: 26% vs 30%

If sole primarily textile material

Textile outer sole with greatest ground contact (if durable per US note) moves to 6403 other footwear.

6406.20.00.00Lower: 20.2% vs 30%

If imported as complete soles with metal inserts

Outer soles of rubber/plastics prepared for footwear assembly classified separately as parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include bill of materials breakdown showing rubber/plastics dominance in sole and upper to avoid reclassification

• Ensure footwear is marked 'Made in [Country]' indelibly on upper or sole per 19 CFR 134

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