Men's Waterproof Steel Toe Welt Hikers from Germany
Welted hiking-style work boots with waterproof leather uppers and steel toes, rubber lugged soles. HTS 6403.40.30.90 for protective metal toe-cap welt footwear. Not 'protective active' per US note due to toe focus over water protection.
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
• Waterproofing via wax/treatment doesn't change material classification; confirm leather base
• Distinguish from hiking shoes (6402.99) by emphasizing safety toe over sports use
• Value over $12/pair common; watch for informal entry limits