Women's Chemical-Resistant Plastic Work Sneakers from Japan
Sneaker-style women's footwear with molded plastic uppers over 90% surface for lab or cleaning work. No cleats or foxing, focused on chemical splash resistance without full protective overlay. Classified in HTS 6402.99.31.55 as qualifying women's work footwear.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include chemical resistance certifications (e.g
• EN 14605) to validate work use and smooth entry
• Measure external surface precisely, excluding reinforcements, to meet 90% plastics requirement
• Differentiate from sports sneakers by avoiding athletic branding or features like spikes