Hunter Original Tall Rain Boots from Japan
Ankle-covering rain boots with uppers made predominantly from natural rubber, where over 90% of external surface is rubber without foxing overlap or protective overshoe design. Lacks the sewn non-molded construction above 3cm from sole required for weather protection exception, fitting HTS 6402.91.40.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Confirm no 'foxing-like band' via cross-section analysis; even thin overlaps disqualify from this subheading
• Document that boots are primary footwear, not 'worn over other footwear' to avoid protective exception
• Test rubber content certification; synthetic rubber qualifies as 'rubber' per Chapter Note 3