Men's Steel Toe Leather Work Boots

These rugged leather boots feature a protective metal toe-cap for safety in industrial environments, with rubber outer soles for durability and traction. The upper is predominantly leather, qualifying under HTS 6403.40.60.00 as other footwear with a metal toe-cap. They provide essential protection against impacts while meeting workplace safety standards.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.5%+10.0%18.5%
🇲🇽Mexico8.5%+10.0%18.5%
🇨🇦Canada8.5%+10.0%18.5%
🇩🇪Germany8.5%+10.0%18.5%
🇯🇵Japan8.5%+10.0%18.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6403.99.60Higher: 26% vs 18.5%

If lacking a metal toe-cap but still safety-oriented

Footwear without protective metal toe-cap falls into 'other' category for leather uppers with rubber/plastics soles.

6402.91.90Higher: 37.5% vs 18.5%

If upper has over 90% rubber/plastics surface area

Material of upper determined by greatest external surface area; rubber/plastics dominance shifts to Chapter 64 heading 6402.

6405.90.90.60Higher: 22.5% vs 18.5%

If imported as separate replacement parts

Parts of footwear excluding specified trimmings classified under 6406, but complete boots remain in 6403.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the metal toe-cap meets ASTM F2413 standards and include test certifications in documentation to avoid reclassification

Label footwear clearly with material composition (leather upper, rubber sole) and country of origin for CBP compliance

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