Plastic Safety Toe Work Boots
Low-cost work boots featuring uppers and outer soles made primarily of rubber or plastics, incorporating a protective metal toe-cap for safety. Valued not over $3/pair, these are classified under HTS 6402.99.12.00 due to the outer sole and upper materials, the metal toe-cap, and low value. They provide basic protection in industrial settings without meeting higher-value thresholds.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If uppers are predominantly leather
Leather uppers (headings 4107, 4112-4114) shift classification to Chapter 64 heading 6403 for footwear with leather uppers.
If sold as individual parts rather than complete footwear
Parts of footwear excluding specified trimmings fall under 6406, but complete assembled boots are finished footwear.
If valued over $3/pair but not exceeding $12/pair
Value threshold determines subheading; exceeding $3/pair moves to higher-valued categories in 6402.99.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the protective metal toe-cap meets ASTM F2413 standards and document impact resistance for customs compliance
• Provide detailed value breakdowns per pair to confirm 'not over $3/pair' classification; invoices must specify unit pricing
• Avoid misclassification by ensuring uppers are predominantly rubber/plastics by external surface area, per Chapter Note 4
Related Products under HTS 6402.99.12.00
Budget Plastic Toe-Cap Sneakers
Affordable sneakers with rubber soles, plastic uppers, and embedded steel toe for casual safety needs. Classified in HTS 6402.99.12.00 for low-value footwear with rubber/plastics materials incorporating a protective metal toe-cap. Not sports footwear per subheading note.
Cheap Steel Toe Plastic Clogs
Plastic molded clogs reinforced with a metal toe-cap for basic safety, valued not over $3/pair. Upper and sole of plastics qualify under HTS 6402.99.12.00 as other footwear with protective metal toe-cap. Suitable for food service or wet environments.
Low-Cost PVC Metal Toe Sandals
PVC sandals with rubber soles and steel toe-cap inserts for protective open-toe wear, under $3/pair. Classified HTS 6402.99.12.00 for rubber/plastics footwear incorporating metal toe protection at low value. Used in construction or beach safety.
Factory Plastic Safety Oxfords
Dress-style oxford shoes in plastic with rubber soles and metal toe-caps, valued ≤$3/pair for factory use. HTS 6402.99.12.00 due to materials, safety feature, and price point. Blends protection with professional look.
Disposable Rubber Toe-Protectors Shoes
Single-use style rubber shoes with built-in metal toe-caps for temporary hazard areas, under $3/pair. Fits HTS 6402.99.12.00 as low-value protective rubber/plastics footwear. Common in cleanrooms or temp jobs.
Rubber Metal Toe Safety Shoes
Economical rubber shoes with plastic uppers and a steel toe-cap for toe protection, designed for light industrial use. Falls under HTS 6402.99.12.00 as other footwear with rubber/plastics outer soles and uppers, featuring a protective metal toe-cap, and valued not over $3/pair. The material composition is determined by greatest external surface area.