Pigskin Protective Toe Welding Boots from China
Specialized welding boots with flame-resistant pigskin uppers, welted seams, steel toe-caps, and heat-resistant rubber soles. Pigskin provides the dominant upper surface, qualifying for 6403.40.30.30 with metal protection.
Duty Rate — China → United States
22.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Test for pigskin via protein analysis if disputed; reference HTS leather definitions from 4107/4112-14
• Declare any flame-retardant treatments but ensure they don't alter visible upper material
• Avoid reclass by confirming sole rubber durability per US note—no weak textiles