Men's Leather Welt Chelsea Boots

Men's ankle-high Chelsea boots featuring a leather upper and welted construction with a rubber outer sole. Classified under HTS 6403.91.30.40 as welt footwear for men, with leather upper covering the ankle and not designed for sports. The welt construction distinguishes it from stitched or cemented 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.

6403.99.60.40Higher: 26% vs 22.5%

If not welt constructed

Non-welt leather ankle footwear for men falls under 'other' construction methods in 6403.99.

6403.91.90Higher: 27.5% vs 22.5%

If not covering the ankle

Leather welt footwear for men not reaching ankle height classified in 6403.91.90.

6403.59.60Higher: 26% vs 22.5%

If outer sole primarily leather

Chapter Note 4(b) bases sole material on ground contact; leather soles shift to 6403.59.

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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

Document welt construction with photos/specs to avoid reclassification to non-welt subheadings

Ensure 'for men' sizing (typically >8.5 US) with commercial invoices to prevent misclassification as women's

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