Metal Reinforced Work Espadrilles from China

Modern espadrille-style work shoes using rubber/plastics uppers with protective metal toe-caps for stylish safety. Valued over $12/pair with ground-contact rubber soles. 6402.99.21.00 due to material composition and safety element.

Duty Rate — China → United States

37.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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

Examine jute rope accents; ensure plastics layer visible to qualify as rubber/plastics

Value declaration must exclude retail packaging to maintain over $12 threshold

Watch for set sales with socks that could trigger composite goods rules