Men's Steel Toe Rubber Work Boots from Japan
These men's work boots feature uppers and outer soles primarily of rubber or plastics, covering the ankle, and are valued over $12/pair. Designed specifically for industrial and construction work with steel toe reinforcement for protection against impacts. Classified under HTS 6402.91.90.10 as work footwear for men due to their protective features and occupational use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
60%
Rate breakdown
9903.41.1040%Footwear with outer soles of leather and uppers wholly or in part of leather, and footwear with outer soles of rubber or plastics and uppers having an exterior surface area predominantly of leather, the foregoing provided for in chapter 64, except (a) slip-on footwear of a type not suitable for outdoor use, without backs or backstraps, having outer soles with a thickness of less than 5 mm and with less than 20 mm difference between the thickness of the bottom at the ball of the foot and at the heel, and (b) footwear which is designed for a sporting activity and has, or has provision for, attached spikes, sprigs, stops, clips, bars or the like, and skating boots, ski-boots and cross-country ski footwear, wrestling boots, boxing boots and cycling shoes
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Verify the outer sole material is predominantly rubber/plastics by surface area in contact with ground per Chapter Note 4(b)
• Provide documentation proving value exceeds $12/pair and intended for work use to avoid reclassification
• Ensure labeling complies with safety standards for steel toe protection; common pitfall is misstating upper material composition