Metal Toe Construction Boots from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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