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Composite Toe Plastic Work Shoes from Germany

Though labeled composite, these feature metal toe-caps within rubber/plastic uppers/soles for protection, valued $8/pair. General safety shoe for factories. 6402.99.1900 specifies metal toe-cap incorporation.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

20%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Distinguish metal vs non-metal toes in docs; only metal qualifies this subheading

Bond for potential audits on safety claims; maintain supplier material specs