Protective Toe Lab Sneakers from China
Cleanroom-compatible sneakers made of rubber/plastics with metal toe-caps for laboratory safety. Over $12/pair with antimicrobial treatments. Fits 6402.99.21.00 as non-sports safety 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
• Include certifications for cleanroom compatibility without altering classification
• Measure sole ground contact area excluding textile wear layers per US note
• Differentiate from medical footwear that might seek 6405 classification