Kids' Rubber Rain Boots from China
Waterproof rubber rain boots for children, covering the ankle, with plastic uppers and rubber soles, valued under $3 per pair. Classified under 6402.91.60.90 as other footwear with rubber/plastics uppers and soles, ankle-covering, not sports or waterproof active types, low value. The material determination follows Chapter Note 4, prioritizing external surface area.
Duty Rate — China → United States
68%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify value does not exceed $3/pair with invoices; label material composition accurately per Chapter Note 4
• Ensure no spikes/cleats to avoid sports footwear reclassification
• Common pitfall: incorrect height measurement leading to non-ankle covering codes