Men's Waterproof Hiking Boots
Affordable men's mid-cut hiking boots with a coated plastic textile upper and rubber sole, designed for light trails but not qualifying as protective active footwear due to value under $24/pair. Valued at $5/pair, they cover the ankle and fit HTS 6402.91.70.30 for other rubber/plastics footwear. The coating makes plastics visible per Chapter Note 3(a).
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If valued over $24/pair and qualifies as protective active footwear
US Note defines protective active (hiking/trail) footwear over $24 with water protection, shifting to specific subheading.
If designed for sports with provisions for spikes/cleats
Subheading Note 1 excludes true sports footwear (e.g., golf/football) from 'other' categories.
If sold as separate replacement uppers
Heading 6406 excludes parts like uppers; incomplete footwear classifies under 6405 for other specified footwear parts.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Test for water resistance claims; if not via coated/laminated textile over $24/pair, it avoids protective active subheadings
• Document per-pair pricing with invoices; customs scrutinizes value brackets closely for this range
• Include upper material breakdown in entry docs to prove plastics dominance over any minor leather reinforcements
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