Metal Toe Work Slip-Ons from China
Slip-on style work shoes with rubber/plastic uppers and soles, incorporating a steel toe-cap for toe protection in warehouses or construction sites. Classified in 6402.99.16.00 for other rubber/plastics footwear valued $3-$6.50/pair with protective metal toe. Plastics form the dominant external surface per notes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include manufacturer specs confirming metal toe-cap protection equivalent to 75 ft-lb impact resistance for CBP verification
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as 'casual' shoes without toe-cap; provide photos showing visible metal cap
• For bulk imports, segregate by pair value to prevent averaging that could push some over $6.50 threshold