Industrial Rubber Cap-Toe Slip-Ons

Slip-on style industrial shoes made of rubber uppers and soles with a protective steel toe-cap, priced under $3/pair. HTS 6402.99.12.00 applies due to rubber/plastics construction, metal toe protection, and low valuation. Ideal for warehouse or light factory environments.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China24%+10.0%34%
🇲🇽Mexico24%+10.0%34%
🇨🇦Canada24%+10.0%34%
🇩🇪Germany24%+10.0%34%
🇯🇵Japan24%+10.0%34%

Alternative Classifications

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

6403.59.60Lower: 26% vs 34%

If for retail sale with leather uppers over $2.50/pair

Leather uppers and value over threshold shift to 6403.59; material rules per note 4(a).

6405.20.90Lower: 22.5% vs 34%

If disposable or house slippers style

Other footwear like slippers with rubber/plastics but not safety toes under 6405.20.

6406.10Lower: 14.5% vs 34%

If imported as uppers only, without sole attached

Uppers separate from soles classify in 6406.10 as parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include lab reports on rubber/plastics visibility to naked eye for woven textiles, per Chapter Note 3(a)

Watch for set imports—slip-ons sold with socks may classify differently if considered a set

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