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Men's Steel Toe Welt Leather Work Boots from Germany

These heavy-duty work boots feature a full-grain leather upper and welt construction for durability, with a protective steel toe-cap to safeguard against impacts. Classified under HTS 6403.40.30.90 as welt footwear with leather uppers and rubber outer soles incorporating a metal toe-cap, excluding sports footwear. The welted sole allows for resoling, typical in safety footwear.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify the metal toe-cap meets ASTM F2413 standards and provide test certifications to avoid reclassification

• Document welt construction with photos or manufacturer specs, as improper sole attachment can lead to misclassification

• Ensure leather content exceeds 50% external surface area per Chapter Note 4(a) to confirm upper material