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Men's Industrial Plastic Toe Cap Boots

Ankle-length work boots for men in manufacturing, constructed from plastics uppers and soles with plastic toe caps for protection. Priced $7.80/pair. HTS 6402.91.80.10 for rubber/plastics work footwear, male, value range.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China20%+20.0%40%
🇲🇽Mexico20%+10.0%30%
🇨🇦Canada20%+10.0%30%
🇩🇪Germany20%—20%
🇯🇵Japan20%+40.0%60%

Alternative Classifications

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

6403.99.60Lower: 28.5% vs 40%

If uppers of leather or with leather predominant

Leather upper surface area priority per Note 4(a) to Chapter 64 leather.

6402.12Lower: 12.5% vs 40%

If equipped with spikes/cleats for sports

Sports footwear definition in Subheading Note 1 applies if designed for sporting activity.

6405.20.90Lower: 25% vs 40%

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Use detailed BOM (bill of materials) to prove plastics/rubber dominance

• Avoid pitfalls of reinforcement misclassification—ankle patches don't change upper material

• For retail sets with socks, classify as footwear; bulk without packaging may differ