Men's PVC Work Safety Boots
High-ankle PVC boots for men with over 90% plastics upper surface, reinforced for construction sites. Designed for durability in harsh work conditions without exclusions. Under 6402.99.31.35 for men's work footwear.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If textile base with thin plastic coating
Coated textile fabrics (not footwear) classify in Chapter 59 if coating not predominant.
If protective active outdoor style over $24/pair
US Note defines water-protective hiking/work shoes separately if laminated textile.
If mixed material uppers under 90%
If plastics/rubber <90% external area, moves to other uppers in 6403.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify PVC as plastics per Chapter Note 3(a); test for visible layer on any textiles
• Include buyer affidavits confirming occupational use to prevent general footwear shift
• Watch for reinforcements mimicking foxing; measure overlap carefully
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