Men's Steel Toe Rubber Work Boots

These ankle-high work boots for men feature uppers and outer soles primarily of rubber or plastics, with steel toe reinforcement for safety. They are valued between $6.50 and $12 per pair and designed specifically for industrial work environments like construction sites. Classified under HTS 6402.91.80.10 due to the rubber/plastics materials, ankle coverage, male sizing, and work footwear purpose.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China20%+17.5%37.5%
🇲🇽Mexico20%+10.0%30%
🇨🇦Canada20%+10.0%30%
🇩🇪Germany20%+10.0%30%
🇯🇵Japan20%+10.0%30%

Alternative Classifications

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

6403.91.30Lower: 22.5% vs 37.5%

If uppers predominantly leather

Leather uppers (greatest external surface area per Note 4(a)) shift to Chapter 64 heading 6403 for leather footwear.

6402.91.90Same rate: 37.5%

If valued over $12/pair

Value exceeding $12/pair moves to higher value subheading within same structure.

6405.90.90Lower: 22.5% vs 37.5%

If sold as separate protective parts only

Unfinished parts like soles or uppers without assembly classify as footwear parts, excluding trims per Heading 6406 note.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify outer sole material is predominantly rubber/plastics by surface area in contact with ground per Chapter Note 4(b); document lab tests if contested

Include safety certification labels (e.g

ASTM F2413) and ensure valuation proof shows $6.50-$12/pair to avoid reclassification