Steel Toe Safety Hiking Boots
These hiking boots feature uppers and outer soles made predominantly of rubber or plastics, cover the ankle, and incorporate a protective metal toe-cap for industrial safety. Valued over $12/pair, they are classified under HTS 6402.91.30.00 due to their outer sole material in contact with the ground being rubber/plastics and the metal toe-cap distinguishing them from non-safety footwear.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 20% | +10.0% | 30% |
| 🇲🇽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 outer sole primarily leather
Classification shifts if leather has greatest ground contact area per Chapter Note 4(b), moving to Chapter 64 leather footwear.
If not incorporating a metal toe-cap
Without protective metal toe-cap, it falls under general 'other' ankle-covering rubber/plastics footwear over $12/pair.
If not covering the ankle
Low-quarter design (not covering ankle) changes classification within rubber/plastics footwear subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the protective metal toe-cap meets ASTM F2413 standards and provide certification documentation to Customs
• Measure value per pair excluding inner sole or packaging to confirm over $12 threshold; common pitfall is miscalculating unit value
• Label fiber content if any textile in upper exceeds 5% and ensure country of origin marking on visible surfaces
Related Products under HTS 6402.91.30.00
Composite Toe Work Boots
Industrial work boots with rubber or plastic uppers and soles, ankle coverage, and a protective metal toe-cap for hazard protection. Priced over $12/pair, they match HTS 6402.91.30.00 as the upper's dominant external surface is rubber/plastics and sole contacts ground via plastics per notes.
Protective Steel Toe Logger Boots
Logger boots designed for forestry work with rubber/plastic construction covering the ankle and a steel metal toe-cap for protection against falling objects. Valued above $12/pair, classified in HTS 6402.91.30.00 based on material notes for uppers and soles.
6-Inch Steel Toe Rubber Work Boots
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.
Safety Metal Toe PVC Boots
PVC construction safety boots covering the ankle with rubber/plastic soles and a protective metal toe-cap for chemical-resistant environments. Exceeding $12/pair, fits HTS 6402.91.30.00 for plastics-dominant footwear.
Factory Steel Toe Boots
Factory floor boots made with rubber uppers and plastic soles, ankle length, and steel protective toe-cap for machinery protection. Over $12/pair qualifies for HTS 6402.91.30.00 classification.
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.