Men's Steel Toe Rubber Work Boots

These heavy-duty work boots for men feature uppers composed over 90% of rubber or plastics, covering the ankle, with a steel toe cap for protection. They are designed specifically for industrial work environments like construction sites. Classified under HTS 6402.91.40.05 due to the predominant rubber/plastic upper material and work footwear designation for men, excluding foxing or protective overfootwear exceptions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6%+10.0%16%
🇲🇽Mexico6%+10.0%16%
🇨🇦Canada6%+10.0%16%
🇩🇪Germany6%+10.0%16%
🇯🇵Japan6%+10.0%16%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6403.40Higher: 18.5% vs 16%

If uppers primarily textile rather than rubber/plastics

Textile uppers with rubber/plastic soles for men's work footwear covering ankle fall under Chapter 64 heading 6403 for leather/textile footwear.

6402.91.90Higher: 37.5% vs 16%

If not specifically designated as 'work footwear'

General men's ankle-covering rubber/plastic footwear without work-specific features like steel toes classifies as other footwear.

6401.10.00.00Higher: 55% vs 16%

If incorporating waterproof molded construction entirely above 3cm from sole

Waterproof protective footwear designed over other shoes shifts to heading 6401 due to specific construction exceptions in the subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify upper material composition exceeds 90% rubber/plastics via lab testing to confirm classification and avoid reclassification to textile uppers

Provide documentation proving 'work footwear' purpose, such as safety certifications (e.g

ASTM standards) for steel toes or protective features