Men's Leather Welt Work Boots

Durable leather boots with welt construction covering the ankle, featuring rubber outer soles and steel toes for industrial work environments. Classified under HTS 6403.91.30.25 as welt work footwear with leather uppers and rubber soles. The welt construction and work design distinguish it from casual or sports footwear.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+17.5%22.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪Germany5%+10.0%15%
🇯🇵Japan5%+10.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

6403.99.60.30Higher: 26% vs 22.5%

If not welt-constructed

Non-welt sewn work footwear falls under different subheading despite leather uppers and work use.

6403.91.90Higher: 27.5% vs 22.5%

If not specifically for work

Ankle-covering leather footwear without work features (e.g., no reinforcements) classifies as other footwear.

6406.10.77.00Higher: 28.7% vs 22.5%

If imported as outer sole and upper sets

Parts of footwear (pre-assembled uppers/soles) go to Chapter 64 heading 6406, not complete footwear.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify leather upper exceeds 50% external surface area per Chapter Note 4(a); provide lab tests if contested

Include safety certifications (e.g

ASTM for steel toes) in documentation to avoid reclassification as casual footwear

Declare welt construction explicitly; common pitfall is mislabeling as sewn, leading to higher duties