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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If designed for outdoor protective activities like hiking
Protective active footwear with coated textile uppers valued over $24/pair falls under specific subheadings like 6402.91.42.
If uppers are textile materials rather than rubber/plastics
Textile uppers (not rubber/plastics coated visibly) classify under Chapter 61 for textile footwear.
If imported as separate metal toe-cap components
Parts like toe-caps are classified in 6406 if not assembled into complete footwear.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label footwear clearly with materials and country of origin; ensure metal toe-cap is visible and documented in entry docs
• Test outer sole for predominant rubber/plastics contact with ground, ignoring minor reinforcements per Chapter Note 4(b)
Related Products under HTS 6402.99.12.00
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.
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.