Men's Waterproof Hiking Shoes from China
Mid-cut men's hiking shoes with rubber soles and plastic-laminated uppers for water resistance, priced at $11/pair. Visible plastic layer on upper per chapter note 3(a), not sports footwear (no spikes), fits 6402.99.80.31 for men's other rubber/plastics footwear valued $6.50-$12.
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
• Test outer sole contact area (note 4(b)); ensure rubber dominates ground contact, excluding weak textiles
• Include lab reports on lamination for protective claims; avoid 'active footwear' mislabeling under US note
• Confirm men's sizing (e.g
• US 7-13); mixed shipments require segregation