Safety Toe Casual Work Oxfords from China
Oxford-style shoes mimicking casual wear but with reinforced rubber/plastic uppers and steel toe-caps for office-warehouse hybrid use, priced $5/pair. 6402.99.16.00 due to materials, value, and protective feature. Greatest surface area rule confirms classification.
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
• CBP may scrutinize 'casual' appearance; submit engineering drawings showing metal toe integration
• Track landed cost per pair including freight to stay under $6.50 threshold
• Comply with REACH if EU-sourced plastics; US importers need SDS for chemicals