Women's Steel Toe Safety Boots from Germany
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.
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
• 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