Entry-Level Safety Toe Sneakers

Affordable sneakers incorporating metal toe-caps in rubber/plastic build, $10.99/pair for basic protection. General other footwear per HTS 6402.99.1900.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China20%+10.0%30%
🇲🇽Mexico20%+10.0%30%
🇨🇦Canada20%+10.0%30%
🇩🇪Germany20%+10.0%30%
🇯🇵Japan20%+10.0%30%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6402.12.00.00Lower: 17.5% vs 30%

If ski-boots or snowboard boots

Subheading note sports def includes specific winter sports footwear.

6403.40.30Lower: 22.5% vs 30%

If leather athletic for retail

Material shift to leather changes heading entirely.

6406.90Lower: 10% vs 30%

If industrial protective toe-caps as parts

Heading 6406 parts if not assembled as complete shoe.

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Related Products under HTS 6402.99.19.00

Steel Toe Safety Sneakers

These sneakers feature an outer sole and upper made predominantly of rubber or plastics, with a protective metal toe-cap for safety. They are designed for light industrial or construction use, valued between $6.50 and $12 per pair. Classified under 6402.99.1900 due to the metal toe-cap and material composition per Chapter Note 4.

Protective Steel Cap Casual Shoes

Casual-looking shoes with rubber/plastic construction and embedded steel toe-caps for safety, valued at $11/pair. Used in workshops or garages where toe protection is needed without heavy boots. 6402.99.1900 applies for non-sports footwear with metal toe-caps.

Metal Toe Work Slip-Ons

Slip-on style work shoes with rubber/plastic uppers and soles incorporating a steel toe-cap for toe protection. Priced at $9 per pair, suitable for warehouse or light-duty jobs. Fits 6402.99.1900 as other footwear with metal toe-cap, not sports-specific.

Industrial Steel Toe Loafers

Loafer-style footwear with plastic/rubber uppers and soles featuring protective metal toe reinforcement, priced $7.50/pair. Designed for office-to-site transitions in light industry. Classed in 6402.99.1900 for value and safety feature.

Safety Metal Toe Deck Shoes

Non-slip deck shoes with rubber soles, plastic uppers, and steel toe-caps for marine or shipyard work, valued $10/pair. Meets criteria for other rubber/plastic footwear with protection. 6402.99.1900 due to value range and toe-cap.

Composite Toe Plastic Work Shoes

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.