Women's Steel Toe Safety Boots

These women's work boots feature rubber uppers and outer soles, cover the ankle, and include steel toe caps for protection against falling objects and compression. Classified under HTS 6402.91.90.45 as work footwear for women valued over $12/pair, with rubber/plastics as the dominant materials per Chapter Note 4. They are designed specifically for industrial or construction job sites.

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.

6403.91.90Lower: 27.5% vs 37.5%

If upper primarily leather

Leather uppers (headings 4107/4112-4114) shift to Chapter 64 heading 6403 per Chapter Note 4(a).

6402.91.90Same rate: 37.5%

If for men or unisex marketed to men

Gender-specific subheading applies based on design and marketing for male consumers.

6405.90.90Lower: 22.5% vs 37.5%

If sold as individual parts like soles or uppers

Chapter Note 3 excludes parts from heading 6406, but unfinished components may classify under 6405.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify safety certifications like ASTM F2413 for steel toes to meet U.S. import standards and avoid CBP holds

Provide detailed material composition documentation showing rubber/plastics dominance for upper and sole

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