Men's Rubber Rain Shoes

Water-resistant men's shoes with fully rubber uppers and outer soles, suitable for light rain and wet conditions. Classified under HTS 6402.99.79.30 as other footwear for men with rubber/plastics materials, valued $3-$6.50/pair, excluding sports footwear per subheading note.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China37.5%+10.0%47.5%
🇲🇽Mexico37.5%+10.0%47.5%
🇨🇦Canada37.5%+10.0%47.5%
🇩🇪Germany37.5%+10.0%47.5%
🇯🇵Japan37.5%+10.0%47.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6402.99.31Lower: 16% vs 47.5%

If protective active footwear for outdoor activities like hiking

US Note defines protective active footwear (e.g., trail shoes) under specific subheadings if using coated textiles for water protection.

6401.92.90Higher: 55% vs 47.5%

If waterproof construction with rubber uppers covering entire foot

Waterproof footwear with rubber/plastics uppers enclosing the ankle classifies under heading 6401, not 6402.

6402.91.42.90Lower: 30% vs 47.5%

If made with coated/laminated textile uppers for water protection

Protective active footwear with specific textile treatments valued over $24/pair falls under 6402.91 subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Test outer sole for predominant rubber/plastics contact with ground per Note 4(b), ignoring minor reinforcements

Include lab test reports confirming non-textile sole durability if questioned by CBP under US Note

Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring value; use FOB invoices excluding shipping for accurate pair valuation

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