Men's Rubber Rain Boots Mid-Calf from Japan
Mid-calf rubber rain boots for men provide ankle coverage with fully rubber uppers and soles for wet weather protection. Classified in HTS 6402.91.80.21 as other non-sports footwear of rubber/plastics, valued $6.50-$12/pair, for men. Not sports footwear per subheading note lacking spikes or athletic design.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Confirm rubber is visible externally on upper per Chapter Note 3(a); test samples if textile-backed to ensure proper classification
• Ankle coverage measured from top of upper; provide photos/diagrams in entry docs to prevent misclassification as low boots
• Avoid claiming as protective if no water-resistant coating/laminate over $24/pair, which would shift to 6402.91.42