Men's Fashion Rubber Work Boots from China
Stylized ankle boots with rubber uppers and soles for light-duty use, valued over $12/pair with decorative elements. Not true safety footwear, lacking protective toes. Falls under 6402.91.90 as other non-sports rubber/plastics footwear.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Distinguish from safety footwear; no steel toe or impact resistance
• Provide construction diagrams showing upper/sole materials
• Note valuation carefully for fashion premiums