Women's Composite Toe Work Hikers from Germany
Ankle-covering women's hikers with rubber/plastics uppers and soles, featuring composite toe protection for impact resistance in work environments. Falls under HTS 6402.91.80.45 as women's work footwear valued $6.50-$12/pair, where rubber provides the greatest external surface area.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include ASTM or equivalent safety certifications to substantiate 'work footwear' claim during customs review
• Measure ankle coverage precisely; ensure uppers extend above the ankle for this subheading
• Avoid common pitfall of undervaluation—use detailed invoices showing retail/work-specific pricing