Waterproof Hiking Boots from China
Mid-cut hiking boots with coated textile uppers for water resistance and rubber outer soles designed for rugged terrain grip. Fits HTS 6402.99.32.90 as protective active footwear for hiking, over $24/pair, with water protection from laminated fabric per note. Rubber sole material has the largest ground-contact area.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Submit evidence of outdoor activity design and water protection testing to confirm protective active status
• Measure upper surface area excluding reinforcements to ensure plastics/rubber dominates over any textiles