Women's Mid-Calf Rain Boots

Water-resistant mid-calf boots with rubber soles and PVC uppers for wet weather protection in casual use. Classified in HTS 6402.91.80 as rubber/plastics materials dominate both sole and upper, covering the ankle, valued $6.50-$12/pair. Excludes sports due to no athletic provisions like cleats.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina20%+17.5%37.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico20%+10.0%30%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada20%+10.0%30%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany20%+10.0%30%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan20%+10.0%30%

Alternative Classifications

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

6401.92.90Higher: 55% vs 37.5%

If waterproof molded construction

Directly molded rubber/plastics uppers for waterproof footwear go to heading 6401.

6405.20.90Lower: 22.5% vs 37.5%

If uppers of textile materials

Predominant textile external surface area (non-coated) classifies under 6405.

6402.91.90Same rate: 37.5%

If valued over $12/pair

Value bands in 6402.91 differentiate duties; higher value moves to next subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Test PVC/rubber visibility to naked eye per Chapter Note 3(a); retain lab reports for customs

โ€ข Value excludes shipping but includes importer's markup; audit invoices to stay under $12/pair threshold

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