Industrial Metal Cap Deck Shoes from China
Deck-style shoes with rubber/plastics construction and integrated metal toe protection for shipyard or dock work. Over $12/pair valuation with non-slip soles. Classified in 6402.99.21.00 for safety features in rubber/plastics footwear.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40%
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
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Certify non-slip sole meets ground contact requirements per Chapter Note 4(b)
• Avoid bulk packaging that might suggest parts classification under 6406
• Document end-use as general industrial, not specific sports like sailing