Protective Steel Cap Casual Shoes from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
32.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Conduct surface area measurements for upper/sole materials as per Chapter Note 4; document for audits
• Pair with proper HTS entry summary; mismatches cause delays at ports like LA/Long Beach
• Avoid bulk packaging that implies industrial parts; retail-ready avoids parts classification